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SUMMARY:Guest Speaker at the National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force
DESCRIPTION:The National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force’s Author Talk series is proud to present Jeff Duford\, who will be discussing Eighth Air Force Technology | WWII to the Cold War. This program will take place on Saturday\, November 9th at 11:00 am at the museum. \nDuford will explore the critical role of technological advancement in shaping American air and space power. Discover how the Air Force’s labs have been instrumental in developing essential capabilities throughout history\, from the technologies that enabled the strategic bombing campaigns of World War II to Cold War innovations that countered communist numerical superiority\, such as stealth\, laser-guided bombs\, and GPS. \nThe presentation will delve into the significant contributions of early pioneers like Sanford Moss and Sam Heron at McCook Field in the 1920s\, as well as the Aeromedical Research Laboratory under Harry Armstrong’s leadership in the 1930s. Through these stories\, we’ll uncover how key technologies like radial engines\, turbosuperchargers\, the Norden bombsight/autopilot system\, and aircraft pressurization were developed to support the USAAF’s efforts against Germany and Japan. \nThe event is free to the public\, but registration is required: https://forms.gle/PMzuvcumGSZehUXZ7 \nAbout the Speaker: Jeff Duford is a seasoned history and museum professional\, dedicated to excellence and integrity. He has a proven track record of planning\, leading\, and developing award-winning projects and exhibits that communicate complex historical narratives with precision\, sensitivity\, and an acute awareness of diverse audiences. Jeff’s expertise extends to public speaking\, with extensive experience in interviews with local\, national\, and international media\, bringing history to life. \n About the National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force:  \nThe Museum educates visitors about the character\, courage\, valor\, and patriotism of the brave individuals who fought in the Eighth Air Force\, the largest air armada in history. The Museum uses films\, exhibits\, artifacts\, and archival materials to tell the stories of individuals who served in the Eighth Air Force. Their sacrifices made victory in World War II possible. \nMuseum highlights include a fully restored B-17 “Flying Fortress” and the multimedia “Mission Experience\,” an immersive simulated bombing mission in a special theater utilizing actual combat footage. \nThe National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force is located at 175 Bourne Avenue\, Pooler\, GA. Operating hours are Tue-Sat 10 am – 5 pm\, Sun\, Noon – 5 pm. For more information\, call (912) 748-8888 or www.mightyeighth.org.
URL:https://www.georgiawwiitrail.org/event/author-talk-with-the-national-museum-of-the-mighty-eighth-air-force-2/
LOCATION:National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force\, 175 Bourne Avenue\, Pooler\, GA\, 31322\, United States
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SUMMARY:Upson Historical Society's Veterans Day Program.
DESCRIPTION:The Upson Historical Society is having their Veterans Day Program – 11AM-2PM – on Saturday\, November 9th at the Pettigrew-White-Stamps House\, 800 South Church Street\, Thomaston\, GA 30286. \nThe guest speaker will be Dan Brue\, Colonel U.S. Army (retired). Following the program\, refreshments and tours of the WWII exhibits\, “Thomaston Goes to War” in the PWS House Museum\, partner of the GA World War II Heritage Trail.  \nThe public is cordially invited to attend.  \nIf the weather is inclement\, the program will be held at the pavilion in the Greatest Generation Memorial Park. For more information: Call 706-601-3610 or email upsonhistoricalsociety1968@gmail.com
URL:https://www.georgiawwiitrail.org/event/upson-historical-societys-veterans-day-program/
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