Colonel Robert R. McCormick: The Colonel of Cantigny

Date and Time

Monday May 7, 2018
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM CDT

Monday, May 7
7:00 - 8:00 pm

Location

Wheaton Public Library
225 N Cross Street
Wheaton, IL 60187

Fees/Admission

Free and Open to the Public. Registration is required. Each attendee must be registered individually to be guaranteed a seat. In the event that this program becomes full, individuals on the waiting list may be seated (if seating is available) at the scheduled program start time. http://events.wheatonlibrary.org

Website

Wheaton Public Library

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Description

This year celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Cantigny, the first major U.S. offensive victory of WWI. The Battle of Cantigny was a defining moment in the life of local resident and iconic publisher of the Chicago Tribune, Colonel Robert R. McCormick. Jeffrey Anderson, Interpretation Manager at the Robert R. McCormick House located at Cantigny Park will share insights into the Colonel’s military service and its lasting impact on his life and legacy.

This program is co-sponsored by the City of Wheaton Historic Commission as part of Preservation Month.

Registration is required. Each attendee must be registered individually to be guaranteed a seat. In the event that this program becomes full, individuals on the waiting list may be seated (if seating is available) at the scheduled program start time. http://events.wheatonlibrary.org