105 mm Howitzer M3
May 27, 2009
M1919 Browning machine gun
April 27, 2009
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Thompson “Sub Machine Gun”
March 7, 2009
The Thompson Sub machine Gun was designed by General John T. Thompson, who was inspired by the trench warfare of World War I to develop a “one-man, hand-held machine gun”, firing a rifle caliber round. Read more
M1 Carbine
March 7, 2009
In 1938, the Chief of Infantry requested the Ordnance Department develop a lightweight rifle or carbine, though the formal requirement for the weapon type was not approved until 1940. Read more
M-1 Garand
March 5, 2009
87th Veteran’s Military Honors Stolen; Girl Scouts Give the Veteran His Legacy
November 14, 2008
This is story I read when I was looking at the 87th Infantry Division association’s website. It is a touching story, especially since I read it the soon after Veteran’s Day. This is a story that renews hope in our nation. When Veterans are often forgotten, and are freedoms overlooked, it is nice to know that the younger generation still cares. Read more
U.S. Ceremonial Flag Disposal
July 8, 2008
The video explains itself. The proper way our Veteran’s dispose of our worn and faded flags. I would like to extend thanks to everyone who was so kind at St. Mary’s Post. I had a chance to talk to some Veteran’s and the Catholic War Veteran’s State Commander of Ohio. I have heard rumor that is video helped nominate CWV St. Mary’s post for National Awards. Although I have not heard from members of the post to verify. Read more
Memorial Day Salute
May 31, 2008
This is our local salute to our Veteran’s Past and Present. The video is a local Parade in Downtown Toledo. Then the second half are ceremonies in the Polish Village of Toledo Ohio. The Polish Village is where Roman Frankowski lived if you read our earlier article. Read more
Armed Forces Day
May 18, 2008
Rick and Myself headed to Findlay, Ohio ( home of Big Ben Rothlisberger ) for Armed Forces Day.
This is just a small example of the vehicle parade they had during the day. They also had a reenactment battle, military flea market, and a traveling museum from Marlboro Volunteers. Read more
Bohemian National Hall tour and lecture
January 25, 2008
The Historic Preservation program at Ursuline College: Czech your public history class was fortunate to have tour of the Bohemian National Hall in Cleveland Ohio. Dr. Stephen Sebesta had prepared a wonderful lecture in order to further educate us in Czech history.
Please turn up your volume!
The hall which was dedicated in 1887 for many different societies and eventually began to teach classes the Bohemian language.
The building itself is part museum, and educational center. A new state of the art gymnastic facility is also connected to the hall.
The museum offers a trip back in time, with many wonderful Czech artifacts. This includes period dress; posters, art, opera hall/ gymnasium, and even a museum store in order satisfy your history needs.
A wonderful historic building which was placed on the national registrar of historic places 1977 is a wonderful place to visit. The plans for the future seem bright, as Dr. Sebesta and the staff are continuing to move forward.
Education is their purpose, and we were honored to be educated.
For more information concerning Ursuline College’s 2010 Czech Art exhibit, and our historic display, please visit http://www.ursuline.edu/academics/profstud/hp/
