Today starting at 2:00! Special presentation 'Who Were Those Redcoats' by Editor of Journal of the American Revolution, Don Hagist. Hope you can make it! No reservations needed.
Here is this week’s challenge for “What is it Wednesday?” - What is it?! 🤔![]()
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Thanks to everyone who played last week… The answer for November 12th is the traverse drive gear on our M3 GMC… see the previous post for the full details!![]()
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Good luck on this week’s challenge! ![]()
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The answer to the “What is it? Wednesday” question from November 12th is the traverse drive gear on our M3 GMC (Gun Motor Carriage)! This gear is powered by a handwheel behind the gun and is used to aim the cannon left and right.![]()
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Stay tuned for the next “What is it? Wednesday” question tomorrow, November 19th at 10:00 am EST!![]()
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Let's Learn How to Start a 1916 Ford Model T!![]()
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Join us today at 1pm for a special presentation by Ed Sweet: World War II in Europe – A Photo Journal Presentation. No reservations needed.
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Speaker Series: D-Day and the Angels of Mercy
June 1, 2024 @ 2:00 pm, ending 3:30 pm
Free with standard museum admission
Angels of Mercy is the story of D-Day and a particular sub story of two brave combat medics who saved dozens of lives with fighting all around them. It also tells the story of Dr. Hirsh’s personal family connection to D-Day and why Operation Overlord means so much to him.
About the speaker:
Michael Hirsh, MD, FACS, FAAP is a native New Yorker who is a Professor of Surgery and Pediatrics at the UMass Medical School and served as Surgeon-in-Chief of the UMass Memorial Children’s Medical Center in Worcester, Ma. from 2009-2019. He was Division Chief of Pediatric Surgery and Associate Surgical Director of the Trauma Center and Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. He continues to serve as the Pediatric Trauma Director and Co-Director of the Injury Free Coalition (IFC) of Worcester. He is Past President of the IFC National from 2009-2011. He formerly served as Principal Investigator of Injury Free Pittsburgh from 1993-2000.
Dr. Michael Hirsh is a distinguished figure in the medical community, renowned for his expertise in pediatric trauma and injury prevention. Serving as a pivotal member of the healthcare team at UMass Memorial Hospital, Dr. Hirsh has dedicated his career to advancing the field of pediatric medicine through his tireless commitment to patient care, research, and education. With a profound emphasis on community outreach and advocacy, he has championed initiatives aimed at safeguarding children from preventable injuries and enhancing overall well-being. Dr. Hirsh’s innovative contributions have not only revolutionized pediatric trauma care but have also inspired countless medical professionals and caregivers worldwide.
