Program

Cpl. Freddie Stowers, MOH

"Dulce Et Decorum Est: Corporal Freddie Stowers: An Appointment With Eternity on Hill 188"
WFA Member LTC Taylor Beattie (Ret.) presents on the story of CPL Freddie Stowers, the only African American Medal of Honor recipient from the Great War. Based on his recent article in Military History Magazine.

"Science and The Great War"
WFA Member Douglas Shaffer returns to present the full account of the role of science in WWI - sometimes dubbed "The Chemists' War." WWI occurred at the very epicenter of a "golden age" in science and directly affected (and was affected by) many renowned scientists.

"The Balloon Section of the AEF: A Flash on the Front"
WFA Member Richard Deschenes tells the story of the Balloon Section of the U.S. Army which was one of the smallest of all the organizations at the Front. Even though the use of kite balloons in battle was short lived, they provided a timely tactical advantage which aeroplanes, and their pilots, could not.

"The Forgotten History of French Aerial Bombardment"
WFA and League of WWI Aviation Historians member Steve Suddaby presents a program based on his recent book.

"Building the Ideal WWI Library"
WFA member Andy Hyson presents a survey of different WWI literary perspectives from wartime personal accounts to modern narratives and reassessments. Just what does the ideal WWI library contain? Join us and find out!

And. . .Back by Popular Demand: Memorabilia Tables! Bring your WWI Collectibles and Curios to Display and Share !

The seminar will also include door prizes, a Chapter sponsored WWI book sale and an optional group dinner at the nearby James Joyce Pub.

WHEN: Saturday November 4, 2006. Registration begins at 8:30 AM with opening remarks at 9:30.

WHERE: The Maryland War Memorial Building. 101 N. Gay Street. Baltimore MD. See Directions and map below.

COST: $25.00 per person ($20.00 students), includes AM coffee break and door prize chance ticket.

PARKING: There are several parking garages on Fayette St. within walking distance to the War Memorial. The parking lot at St. Vincent DePaul Church, located at 120 N. Front St. (immediately across the I-83 terminus/President St. from the War Memorial) is also available through 6 PM

LUNCH: Several Restaurants including McDonald's are Within Walking Distance

Directions:

From the South: I-95 North to Baltimore. Take Exit 53, I-395 Downtown. As you proceed down the ramp, Oriole Park at Camden Yards will be on your left. Turn Right on Pratt Street toward the Inner Harbor. Turn Left at Gay Street and proceed approximately 3 blocks. The War Memorial Building will be on your right.

From the North: Take I-95 South toward Baltimore. Proceed on I-695 West Toward Towson then South on I-83 toward downtown Baltimore. At the end of the Expressway (Fayette Street) turn Right - the War Memorial Building will be just ahead on your Right.

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Adults: $25.00; Students: $20.00

Please make checks payable to WFA East Coast Chapter and Mail to:

WFA East Coast Chapter
204 E. Joppa Rd., #916
Towson MD, 21286

Mail-in Deadline: Tuesday, October 31, 2006. Please call or email Paul Cora: 410-825-7616 or pbcora@earthlink.net if you wish to attend but miss the mail-in deadline.

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created: 18 September 2006

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