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Ernie Pyle – The Voice Of G.I. Joe

Private Venue

Ernie Pyle was one of the greatest reporters in American history. after writing one of the most popular and widely published newspaper columns in the USA, he became the voice of the average infantry soldier during World War II. In … Continue reading

Over There: America In World War I

McHenry College 8900 U.S. Highway 14, Crystal Lake

It was called "The War To End All Wars" and "The War To Make The World Safe For Democracy." When Woodrow Wilson reversed the policy of American non-involvement in foreign wars, he broke a tradition that had begun with George … Continue reading

Over There: America In World War I

McHenry College 8900 U.S. Highway 14, Crystal Lake

It was "The War To End All Wars" and "The War To Make The World Safe For Democracy." When Woodrow Wilson reversed the policy of American non-involvement in foreign wars, he broke a tradition that had begun with George Washington. … Continue reading

Over There: America In World War I

Private Venue

It was "The War To End All Wars" and "The War To Make The World Safe For Democracy." When Woodrow Wilson reversed the policy of American non-involvement in foreign wars, he broke a tradition that had begun with George Washington. … Continue reading

1944 – History In Perspective

College of Lake County 1120 S Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL, United States

1944 was one of the most dramatic years in American history - indeed, it was a turning point in the history of the world! The liberation of Europe that began on D-Day was destined to change the trajectory of human … Continue reading

1944 – History In Perspective

Lake Forest/Lake Bluff Senior Center 100 E. Old Mill Road, Lake Forest, IL, United States

1944 was one of the most dramatic years in American history - indeed, it was a turning point in the history of the world! The liberation of Europe that began on D-Day was destined to change the trajectory of human … Continue reading

The Doolittle Raid – Flying Into Greatness

Private Venue

The Doolittle Raid: America Fights Back After the deadly surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, the USA wanted. Pres. Roosevelt knew that it would inevitably be a long war when we took on the forces of the Japanese Army and Navy. … Continue reading

1944 – History In Perspective

Private Venue

1944 was one of the most dramatic years in American history - indeed, it was a turning point in the history of the world! The liberation of Europe that began on D-Day was destined to change the trajectory of human … Continue reading

The Life Of FDR – A Multimedia Presentation

Private Venue

The Life Of FDR Understanding the life of FDR is like taking a sonogram of the USA.  Franklin Roosevelt transformed the United States with his optimism, vigor, vision and skill.  The effects are still being felt and still being debated … Continue reading

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