Author Talk at the Torpedo Factory

Come learn about the history of Fort Myer

A US Army Post with Civil War era roots - It’s Defended Washington since 1863 when it began as Fort Whipple.

John Michael, local historian and author

will provide an in-depth look at the first one hundred years with a focus on:

• The Lincoln - Whipple Connection
• Horses Horses - Everyone Had A Horse!
• The Legacy of Patton at Fort Myer
• The Impact of the Wright Brothers

Images of America - Fort Myer

Some of the noted facts about this historic post -

• Site of the first military aviation flight
• Site of the first military aviation fatality
• National Weather Service established
• Showcase for the US Cavalry
• Society Circus of Washington
• Home of the US Army Band - “Pershing’s Own”
• Home of the 3d Infantry Regiment - “The Old Guard”
• First Jeep Tested and Approved
• Impact of George S Patton’s Four Tours at Fort Myer.

Based on the book “Images of America - Fort Myer” from Arcadia Publishing and ongoing research appearing on the complementing website www.Historic-FortMyer.com

A Book Sale & Signing will follow after the author talk

John Michael

“preserving the memories so others will remember...” ™