World War I Programs

The so-called "War to End all Wars" began in 1914. For three years, President Woodrow Wilson did his best to follow George Washington's advice about avoiding foreign entanglements. Wilson was re-elected in 1916 with the slogan, "He kept us out of war." By 1917 keeping out was no longer possible. Aggressive and deadly forces would endanger America and propel us into the conflict. When all else fails, "Send in the Marines". Here are a few upcoming free local opportunities to learn more about World War I:  

Event Name: “Battle of Belleau Woods”

Short Description of Event: Steve Price - in full WWI uniform - will discuss the battle in which the Marines earned the title of Devil Dog “Teufel Hunden” from the German Army. This event is sponsored by the Parris Island Historical and Museum Society and the Historic Port Royal Foundation.

Time and Date of Event: Tuesday, February 28, 2017 at 6:00 PM

Location of Event: Union Church, 1004 11^th Street, Port Royal, SC 29935

Price of Event: Free; All Ages

Contact info:  Caroline Fermin Ed.pihms@gmail.com  or Jim Crower jcrower@yahoo.com Website:   http://www.mcrdpimuseum.com/

Event Name: “Send in the Marines”                                                                                     

Short Description of Event: Dave Smoot explains the role Parris Island played in preparing to go “Hang the Kaiser” as the United States enters World War I.

Time and Date of Event: Saturday, March 18, 2017 at 1:00 PM

Location of Event: BDC@ Beaufort Branch, 1st floor, 311 Scott Street, Beaufort, SC 29902

Price of Event: Free; Ages 12 – Adults

Contact info: Grace Cordial, 843-255-6468

Website:  beaufortcountylibrary.org

Event Name: “The Marines in World War I”

Short Description of Event: Author Mike Miller will discuss the role played by the USMC during the Great War. This event is sponsored by the Parris Island Historical and Museum Society and the Historic Port Royal Foundation.

Time and Date of Event: Tuesday, April 25, 2017 at 6:00 PM

Location of Event: Union Church, 1004 11^th Street, Port Royal, SC 29935

Price of Event: Free; All Ages

Contact info:  Caroline Fermin Ed.pihms@gmail.com  or Jim Crower jcrower@yahoo.com Website:   http://www.mcrdpimuseum.com/

 

And, of course, the Parris Island Museum has exhibit cases full of World War I artifacts on display. The Museum is open daily to the public, 10 am to 4:30 pm. Admission Is Free.