Mark Melroy and Jared Haudenschield
When many people think of the sacrifices made during World War II by the “greatest generation”, they focus on the young men who fought to help maintain our freedom and that of millions of others around the world. Sometimes forgotten are the sacrifices of those who stayed on the home front and, in their own way, also fought the war.
The Marion County Historical Society will host a program entitled “Marion At Home in World War II” on Thursday, February 26, 2015 beginning at 7:00pm in the auditorium at Heritage Hall. Gale Martin, Director of MCHS, will use photos and items from the MCHS archives to review what Marion was like during the war years.
Topics will include the development of the Engineer Depot, munitions plant, and prisoner of war camp as well as changes in industry, businesses and lifestyles.
WWII reenactors will welcome guests who will also have a chance to view items from the archives including a Japanese sword and German bayonet, uniforms, letters from soldiers, and other items. Light refreshments will be served at the end of the presentation.
The program is provided at no cost as a “thank you” for the community support of the Historical Society and their efforts to preserve and share the history of Marion.
The Marion County Historical Society and Heritage Hall is located at 169 East Church Street in Marion.
For more information, visit www.marionhistory.com or call 740 – 387- 4255.
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