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Historians Present "Tribute To Local Veterans" In Newtown
The one-day-only show will feature a look at war through the eyes and words of Newtown soldiers, some of whom never came come.
NEWTOWN BOROUGH, PA — The Newtown Historic Association will honor the town's military veterans during a special one-day-only show on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the NHA’s Callahan Research Center located at 100 Mercer Street, Newtown 18940.
The exhibit - "Tribute to Local Veterans" - includes more than 200 pictures of local soldiers who fought in World War II, Korea, and the Vietnam wars. The collection was created by Mike Donovan, a past NHA member and history buff.
Also on display will be letters written by soldiers containing their private thoughts and moments as they experienced war. The letters offer a unique glimpse into war through the eyes of 12 Newtown natives and soldiers, not of of them coming home.
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In addition, more than 300 World War II military shoulder patches from the U.S. Army, Army Air Force, Marines, Navy and Coast Guard will be on display. They represent a variety of battles and war campaigns that took place across Europe and Asia.
The one day event is free and open to the public. If you have any questions, send an email to info@newtownhistoric.org or call (215) 968-4004.
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