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"Keep the Spirit of '45 Alive" this summer with exhibits and events in Avon
Avon Public Library hosts VFW Post 3272 commemoration of World War II
This summer the Avon Public Library is partnering with Avon’s VFW Post 3272 to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the end of World War II with a military service exhibit, artifacts display and programs that highlight the service of WWII veterans who were members of VFW Post 3272.
TWO EXHIBITS OPEN ALL SUMMER:
- View World War II military service histories from Avon’s VFW Post 3272 in the library’s gallery June 15 through August 31. The exhibit, “A Tribute to World War II Veterans of Avon’s VFW Post 3272 On Their 70th Anniversary” is the result of an ongoing life-long research project conducted by Avon’s Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3272 historian, Bill Newman and based on extensive interviews with veterans and their families. The exhibit will feature narrative histories of living WWII veterans and commemorative photographs of veterans who are deceased; as well as annotated maps of the European & Pacific theaters.
- A collection of World War II memorabilia will be displayed in Avon Library’s Marion Hunter History Room featuring photos, artifacts, weapons and uniforms from local veterans. A World War II era motorcycle & sidecar on display on the first floor of the library.
TWO SPECIAL EVENTS COMING UP:
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- Saturday, June 20 @ 2:00 pm - Join Post Historian Bill Newman, who will present “Selected Stories from the Histories” - the origins & achievements of the military service project. Learn which landmark battles local residents were part of and how they served. This is an opportunity to meet local WWII veterans and hear their stories! Students and families are welcome.
- Wednesday, July 1 @ 2:00 pm - What was the road to Berlin really like? Find out by attending “World War II: The European Theater” with insight and perspective from our veterans who were there!
Join us in paying tribute to those who fought in World War II. All events are free and open to the public, no registration necessary. For more information call the Avon Public Library 860-673-9712 or view online at www.avonctlibrary.info. The Avon Public Library is at 281 Country Club Rd. Avon, CT.
