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To Honor, Educate and Preserve our History by Remembering and Honoring our Veterans.
Capt. Gilbert H. Fuller’s World War II Journey
Gil and Johna Fuller wedding photo, circa 1945 Article by John Fuller Four Combat Wounds, Three Invasions, Two Continents and a Beautiful Bride Like many sons of World War II veterans, I grew up mostly in the dark about what happened to my dad during the war. Sure, I...
From Boy Scout to Soldier
Guest Speaker WWII veteran Simon Gurdal will tell his story on June 20 at Etowah Library Simon Gurdal -- WWII Belgian Brigade Piron WWII veteran Simon Gurdal shared his story: “One time, I found myself in a foxhole with two Americans, a Canadian and a Polish soldier....
WWII Vets Meet 82 Years Later
Eighty-two years after fighting for freedom Simon Gurdal and George Sarros met on February 28, 2026, two heroes of the WWII European theatre of 1944. Their stories are connected in history and geography. Simon was born November 8, 1926, in Verviers, Belgium. George...
Join Us at our 2026 Grand Opening
Welcome The ֶƵ welcomes the community and area visitors to its 2026 Grand Opening on Tuesday, March 3, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. “We’re very proud of our recent additions,” said David Morrow, board president, “and we look forward...
Fair Winds and Following Seas
On June 3rd, the Board of Directors renamed the Merchant Marine exhibit to the Harold E. Wellington Merchant Marine of World War II Memorial Gallery in honor of long-time museum volunteer Harold Wellington.In the words of Alfred Lord Tennyson, Wellington “Crossed the...
Message of remembrance – Memorial Day 2025
This Memorial Day, we remember those who sacrificed so we could live in freedom, those who gave their lives while serving. And we’re thinking of those who have lost someone they love. Thank you for your sacrifice. Thank you for our freedom!Charles George: The Korean...
Art Classes for Military Personnel, Veterans, Families – Questionnaire
Thank you for your willingness to participate in this Questionnaire. We have a target date of May 1, 2025 for receipt of the questionnaires. Transylvania Community Arts Council is developing a program to offer FREE art classes forveterans, current active duty...
Clarke & Buford Ride Again! Pedaling with a Purpose II
Cycling Fundraiser on the Natchez Trace Parkway Once again, intrepid athletes Rich Clarke and John Buford are pedaling to benefit the ֶƵ! This time, their endurance, grit, and determination will be tested on the 444-mile Natchez...
ֶƵfront Heroes
Honoring the Service of Veterans' Families Joy and Ted Minnick -- in love for 58 years.One Year He was gone one year. He left on our anniversary, July 2, 1969, and came home on our anniversary, July 2, 1970. When you say “he was gone one year,” it doesn’t seem like a...
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