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"In Freedom's Name" Panel Discussion: Honoring Maryland's Black Servicemembers
Special Event
2022-07-26 18:30:00
2022-07-26 19:30:00
America/New_York
"In Freedom's Name" Panel Discussion: Honoring Maryland's Black Servicemembers
Learn about the significant contributions of Black Marylanders through military service. Panel discussion featuring curators of the "In Freedom's Name" special exhibit and local leaders in the veterans community.
Oxon Hill -
Tuesday, July 26
6:30pm - 7:30pm
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2022-07-26 18:30:00
2022-07-26 19:30:00
America/New_York
"In Freedom's Name" Panel Discussion: Honoring Maryland's Black Servicemembers
Learn about the significant contributions of Black Marylanders through military service. Panel discussion featuring curators of the "In Freedom's Name" special exhibit and local leaders in the veterans community.
Oxon Hill -
Learn about the significant contributions of Black Marylanders through military service. Panel discussion featuring curators of the "In Freedom's Name" special exhibit and local leaders in the veterans community.
Featured Guests:
- The Honorable Mel Franklin, Council Member At-Large, Prince George's County Council
- Brigadier General Janeen L. Birckhead, Commander, Maryland Army National Guard
- Dr. James Dula, Prince George's County Office of Veterans Affairs
- Dr. Glenn T. Johnston, Chair, Public History & Humanities, Stevenson University
- Shane Warren, Owner, Warren Builds LLC
Sponsored by Warren Builds and Council Member Mel Franklin
View "In Freedom's Name" at the Oxon Hill Branch
"In Freedom’s Name: Maryland's Black Men and Women and their Defense of Liberty” is a touring exhibit that celebrates the military service and sacrifice of Black Marylanders throughout history. The exhibit features 38 panels that include 63 major stories and 245 photographs and images. It explores the stories of Marylanders and Prince Georgians whose courage and service are an inspiration for young people and adults alike.
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Special Event | Speaker or Panel | Discussions | Black Heritage |
TAGS: | Veterans |
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