Remembering Camp Sherman

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Remembering Camp Sherman

November 5, 2017 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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An event every day that begins at 8:00 am, repeating until November 11, 2017

Free

A commemoration of Chillicothe’s contribution to World War I.

Hopewell Culture National Historical Park invites the public to Remembering Camp Sherman, a special exhibit in honor of Veterans Day.

Remembering Camp Sherman showcases World War I memorabilia and historic footage from Camp Sherman, where 120,000 soldiers trained from 1917 until the camp’s decommissioning in 1921. Camp Sherman was one of 16 regional training centers established by the United States government during WWI and the third largest in the country.

Camp Sherman memorabilia and film footage will be on display each day. Visitors can view at 42 minute narrated slideshow, Camp Sherman: In Retrospect, featuring historic photos and oral history recordings from 16 individuals who had direct experience with Camp Sherman.

Join us to honor veterans and commemorate Chillicothe’s contribution to WWI through this special exhibit.

Details

Date:
November 5, 2017
Time:
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Cost:
Free

Venue

Hopewell Culture National Historic Park
16062 State Route 104
Chillicothe, OH 45601 United States
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Phone
(740) 774-1126
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