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Military Service

Many men and women of the Arcadia area have served our country throughout their lives in the cause of freedom. This display is dedicated to those who served.

Military Exhibit Views - Animated View
Animated View: Military Service Exhibit
In the back of the museum's first floor is this display. The images above provide a wide view beginning with the display case on the right. (3 images, 2 second delay)

World War II News
This is a copy of the front page of the Detroit News announcing Hitler's death. Note the headline "Hitler's Death May Prove Nazi Trick." With little but German announcements to use as input, the information is received with skepticism.

 

Newspaper Announcing Hitler's Death

After the War
This photo was taken by long-time Arcadia resident Bub Brown in Europe in 1946 while he was waiting to come home. The photo shows a smiling Truman and General Eisenhower. Click here for a close-up view.

 

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