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April 5 "Knox County in World War I" by Dr. John Fowler

It was on April 6, 1917, that the United States officially entered World War I.
Dr. John Fowler will relate the experiences of Knox Countians, at home and abroad, who served a century ago in America's effort in the "war to end all wars."

 

May 3: "Cooper-Bessemer History: 165 Years of Engine and Compressor Innovation" by Norman Shade

This beautifully illustrated story of Mount Vernon's long-standing industry highlights many of the interesting people and their creative engineering that kept C-B at the top of their field throughout the 20th century.

 

June 7: The Knox County Historical Society 75th Anniversary Celebration

Plans are underway for the celebration of our "first 75 years," with highlights about people and events from years past and plans for the future. There will also likely be cake involved.

. . . and watch for news of Knox County's famous Civil War nurse,
Mother Bickerdyke, as we celebrate her 200 birthday on July 19, 2017.

 

Unless otherwise noted, our monthly meetings are held at the
Historical Society Museum
875 Harcourt Road
Mount Vernon OH 43050

Programs begin at 7:30 p.m.
Free and open to the public.
For more information,
call the Museum at 740-393-5247.

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Knox County Historical Society

875 Harcourt Road
Mount Vernon, OH 43050

Phone No. : (740) 393-5247
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