On September 1, the Shelby County Historical Society's exhibit APO Shelby: A Vietnam Experience opened at the Ross Historical Center. Since then over 500 people have been through to see the exhibit. The exhibit tells the story of Shelby County's men and women who served their country during the Vietnam War. Using the stories and memories of local men, we created an exhibit to show the different facets of Vietnam.
Visitors can step into a Tactical Operations Tent and see radio equipment used in Vietnam. With the sounds of a helicopter over head, walk into the Vietnam jungle, view footage taken overseas, and look at a soldier in his fighting hole. Displays on the Viet Cong, American POWs, nurses, chaplains, and the men killed in action also fill the house.
If you haven't stopped in to the Ross Historical Center to view the exhibit yet, we hope to see you there! The museum is open Monday-Friday 1-5 p.m. and on Saturday from 9 a.m.-Noon. Please stop in and remember the sacrifice of those who bravely served their country. APO Shelby: A Vietnam Experience will be open until October 15.
No comments:
Post a Comment