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EUGENE AKERS & HIS MILITARY SERVICE IN LETTERS
May 11 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
FreeEUGENE AKERS & HIS MILITARY SERVICE IN LETTERS
Saturday, May 11th @ 1 pm (in-person)
Discover the life and military service of Washingtonville native Eugene Akers, who served as an electrician’s mate onboard the U.S.S. Emmons during WWII. Our own Librarian Matthew Thorenz will share excerpts from Eugene’s letters that trace his journey from basic training, to D-Day, and finally to his untimely death during the battle of Okinawa.
Space is limited. Please register online.