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Des Plaines History Center book group to discuss Comanches
Copies of Empire of the Summer Moon by S.C. Gwynne are now available at the readers services desk at the Des Plaines Public Library.
Copies of Empire of the Summer Moon by S.C. Gwynne are now available at the readers services desk at the Des Plaines Public Library, 1501 Ellinwood Street. The book will be discussed at the Des Plaines History Center, 781 Pearson Street, Wednesday, November 18, from 6-7 p.m. Adults and high school students are welcome.
Empire of the Summer Moon is a stunningly vivid historical account of the 40-year battle between the Comanche Indians and white settlers for control of the American West. The book centers on Quanah, the greatest Comanche chief of all.
Pick up a copy at the Des Plaines Public Library on the third floor. Call the History Center at 847-391-5399 to register. This event is co-sponsored by the History Center and the Des Plaines Public Library.
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After the discussion, guests are welcome to view the exhibit, “World War II: Des Plaines and the War against Fascism,” which will remain on display at the History Center through December. For more information, visit www.desplaineshistory.org. When online, visitors are invited to like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, and become a member to receive updates, bulletins, and newsletters.
The Des Plaines History Center is supported by the City of Des Plaines, the Des Plaines Park District, its members, and other local business and community contributors.
