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This Friday, March 6th starting at 12:00pm, join us at the AHM for an extraordinary presentation on tank technologies with Master Gunner and tank platoon Sergeant Gregg Pomerleau. No reservations needed.
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Meet the German "Flak 88"!![]()
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#AmericanHeritageMuseum #VisitMA #MilitaryHistory #HistoryMuseum #WWII
Join Sergeant 1st Class (Ret) Gregg Pomerleau for a special presentation on tank technologies here at the American Heritage Museum on Friday, March 6th! ![]()
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Learn about the technological advancements tanks have under gone over the last century, and how they affect their performance and effectiveness in combat.![]()
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The presentation is included with standard museum admission and is free for museum members.![]()
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Join us at the American Heritage Museum on Friday, March 6th at 12:00 PM, for a presentation and personal guided tour by AHM docent and former Master Gunner and tank platoon Sergeant Gregg Pomerleau. Mobility, protection and firepower are the main factors considered when designing and operating tanks. Hear Gregg Pomerleau discuss the history and technologies of tanks and how the concepts of building a better tank has advanced over the millennia. Mr. Pomerleau's has an extensive knowledge in tanks…
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