Over Here and Over There: Long Island and the Great War
Thursday, November 12
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building
Main AuditoriumJoin local historian, author and former professor Richard Welch for this informative talk on Long Island’s contributions to fighting World War One.
The Great War, the World War, later World War One (1914-1918) was one of the most transformative events in world history. Once the United States entered the war in April 1917, Long Islanders enthusiastically played their part in the national war effort. Learn about the Long Island men that entered the armed forces and the action they saw at the warfront, along with how Long Islanders, Long Island factories and the Island’s Agricultural sector contributed to the war. Registration is required. Open to all.
Huntington Public Library Main Building
The Main is located in the heart of Huntington Village, on the corner of Prospect Street and Main Street. The Main has a large auditorium and two smaller meeting rooms, one room for Children's programs and a conference room. There is also a Local History room located on the second floor and an Art Gallery located on the lower level.