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World War I: Doughboy Statue History

Program Type:

History & Genealogy

Age Group:

Adult
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Event Details

As part of Frederick County Public Libraries commemoration of America's entrance into World War I,  Bernard Hobbs from the Emmitsburg American Legion shares information related to the history of the town's iconic statue.  Learn more and be part of the discussion about local World War I history in Northern Frederick County.