WW1 Centennial News

This special edition is the press conference announcing:

In Sacrifice for Liberty and Peace:Centennial Commemoration of the U.S. Entry into World War I

Hosted by the U.S. World War I Centennial Commissionat the National WWI Museum and Memorial in Kansas City, MO

This special edition is the press conference announcing:

In Sacrifice for Liberty and Peace:Centennial Commemoration of the U.S. Entry into World War I

Hosted by the U.S. World War I Centennial Commissionat the National WWI Museum and Memorial in Kansas City, MO

WW1 Centennial News for Wednesday March 15, 2017

Highlights

1.  1917 News - Wilson uses Executive order to arm merchant vessel - skips congress 

2. Guest - Mike Shuster - Russia goes into revolt

3. Commission - Patrouille de France to perform at April 6th event  & VFW joins WW1 Poppy Program

4. States - Bill Betten talks about California task force

5. Article - WWrite Blog - author Jerri Bell introduces WWI Navy Yeoman First Class Marjory Stoneman.

6. Media Spotlight - Will Smith's production company Tackling Max Brooks' 'Harlem Hellfighters'

7. Much more...

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WW1 Centennial News - Weekly Podcast

World War One Centennial News: March 15, 2017

World War One THEN

100 Year Ago This Week

Wilson Arms Merchant Vessels and Authorizes Them to Fire on U-BoatsPickupOver the last three weeks, we have been talking about problems in the seas between the Germans and the US. One hundred years ago this week, we encounter a very frustrated president Wilson who makes a bold move to protect US merchant ships. On March 13th, 1917, Wilson decided that Congressional approval was not strictly necessary, and implemented by executive order. Most of the Armed Ships Bill state that any American-flagged vessel which desired a naval gun could request one, provided that it would be manned by trained officers and sailors of the US Navy. Follow the link in the chatroom to find out more.Link: http://today-in-wwi.tumblr.com/post/158376995433/wilson-arms-merchant-vessels-and-authorizes-them

Great War Project

There’s not just drumbeat to war here, there is growing chaos in other parts of the world. Mike Shuster with the Great War Project blog joins us to explain what was taking place in Russia. LINK: www.greatwarproject.org/

War in the Sky

Next, let’s find out what was happening this week, in the skies over Europe in today’s War In The Sky segment.

High flying zeppelins mark a new strategy for GermanyLINK: http://ww1cc.org/warinthesky

The Great War Channel

This week, the Great War Channel has posted four new episodes.

Serbian Field Marshal Stepa Stepanovic I WHO DID WHAT IN WW1?2.

British India During World War 1

Camouflage Patterns - Funerary Practices - Prisoner Exchange

Link:https://www.youtube.com/user/TheGreatWar

World War One NOW

Commission News

Patrouille de France to perform at April 6th event in KCThe famed Patrouille de France (or PAF) will perform in the skies over Kansas City as part of the national commemoration event on April 6th, marking the 100 year anniversary of US entry into war. This PAF show will be part of their 2017 USA tour to express gratitude for US support to France during WWI. The Patrouille de France is the precision aerobatic demonstration team of the French Air Force. If you love the Blue Angels, you’re going to love them too. For more information, follow the link in the chatroom.Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/communicate/press-media/wwi-centennial-news/2015-patrouille-de-france-to-perform-at-april-6th-event-in-kansas-city.htmlVFW joins WW1CC Poppy ProgramAn update on the poppy program - last week The Veterans of Foreign Wars, has officially partnered with the Commission on the program. The VFW has long advocated for our veterans, and we thank them for helping to raise awareness of the sacrifices made by our WW1 veterans. Link: http://ww1cc.org/poppy

Activities and Events

In our activities & events this week, we invite you to check out the commission's event registry page. As the date of the centenary approaches, the states are beginning to come alive with WW1 commemorative events. In fact, there are over thirty events happening nationwide in just the next seven days. Stop by the page and see if there is something happening near you.One event that seems to pop up around the nation, are these special screenings of the upcoming PBS American Experience documentary, “The Great War.” Earlier this year we had Carrie Phillips from the PBS on the show to talk about how you can get a screening in your town. If your interested, follow the link in the chartroom and fill out a request form.Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/commemorate/event-map-system/eventsbyyear/2017.htmlhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdH8KzyrOa98krijnAYkqxvHY9_vnQVqFJchIQjKVxOdAHiMQ/viewform

Updates From The States

Now let’s see what is going on around the country with some updates from the states.California Comes Online The California WW1 Centennial website is now up and running. To talk more about what they're up to we have Bill Betten, the Co director of the California World War One Centennial Taskforce.Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/california-ww1-task-force.html

International Report

Belfast project will explore Muslim contribution to First World WarIn the UK, the headlines read: Belfast Project will Explore Muslim Contribution to First World War. The organizations British Future and New Horizons in British Islam, are working with Queen's University and Northern Ireland historian Phillip Orr  to raise awareness amongst Belfast's Muslim and Christian communities of their common World War One history. A total of 1.5 million soldiers from undivided India fought for Britain in the First World War, 400,000 of them Muslims from what is now Pakistan.end here A workshop will be held among today’s local Muslim community in Belfast, facilitated by Jahan Mahmood (Muh.h.mood), historian and expert on the Indian contribution to the war. Follow the link to see the whole story.Link: http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/belfast-project-will-explore-muslim-contribution-to-first-world-war-35509381.html

Spotlight in the Media

Will Smith's Overbrook Tackling Max Brooks' 'Harlem Hellfighters' for History ChannelPickup“Harlem Hellfighters”, the fact-based graphic novel by World War Z author Max Brooks, is getting the limited-series treatment from History Channel. The “Harlem Hellfighters” graphic novel is based on the real-life story of U.S. Army's 369th Infantry Division, an African American unit fighting in Europe during World War I. Jeremy Passmore and Andre Fabrizio, who wrote the earthquake adventure movie San Andreas, are on board to pen what is being developed as a six-hour series that will hail from A+E Studios in association with Overbrook Entertainment and Immersive Pictures. Find out more by following the link in the chatroom. Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/communicate/press-media/wwi-centennial-news/2020-will-smith-s-overbrook-tackling-max-brooks-harlem-hellfighters-for-history-channel.html

Posts and Articles

Interview with  Dr. Matt Field, U.S. Capitol Visitor CenterThis week on the commission’s site, you can find an interview with Dr. Matt Field.  Dr. Field, is from the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center in Washington, DC. He is their Exhibits and Education Program Specialist, and is curator of a year-long exhibit entitled, “Congress and the World Wars”. The first part of the exhibit opened last Wed., March 8th and features Congress’s actions during World War I and World War II. Their second exhibit, on display September 13, 2017, through March 5, 2018, will feature Congress’s actions after the wars. The capitol receives three million visitors every year. Follow the URL and plan your trip today.Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/communicate/press-media/wwi-centennial-news/2016-four-questions-for-dr-matt-field-u-s-capitol-visitor-center.htmlInterview with Noriko KawamuraVery few people think about Asia’s involvement with the first world war. Recently, the Commission spoke with, Dr. Noriko Kawamura about her recent presentation on Japan's role in WWI given at the Pritzker Military Museum and Library. Kawamura is an associate professor of history at Washington State University. Her research focuses on the history of war, peace, and diplomacy in the Pacific World. Find out more details on Japan’s role in WWI by going to the link in the chatroom.Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/communicate/press-media/wwi-centennial-news/2019-three-questions-for-dr-noriko-kawamura.html100 Cities 100 MemorialsThere is a new post on our 100 Cities 100 Memorials Blog. This week we are shining a light on a citizen in Cape May County New Jersey, who wants to refurbish the local WW1 memorial to commemorate the sacrifice of the local veterans who served a century ago. There are many projects like this one out there which is exactly why our $200,000 dollar matching grant giveaway was created -- to help rescue ailing WW1 memorials. Support your local memorials by telling people about this program.Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/100-cities-100-memorials-blog.htmlWWrite BlogThis week in our WWrite blog, author Jerri Bell introduces the undiscovered richness of WWI Navy Yeoman First Class Marjory Stoneman Douglas' life. Douglas was a prolific writer, Naval servicewoman in WWI, and political activist who lived to be 108 year old.  A 1912 graduate of Wellesley, she married a con artist thirty years her senior and divorced him a year later when her father uncovered details of his financial fraud and forgery. Find out more about her life by reading the full post. Link is in the chatroom.Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/articles-posts/1706-navy-veteran-jerri-bell-presents-wwi-navy-yeoman-f-first-class-marjory-stoneman-douglas-writing-advice-writing-life.html

The Buzz - Social Media Posts

Moving on, let’s see what was going in the world of social media this week with Katherine Akey.Links:https://www.facebook.com/ww1centennial/photos/a.290566277785344.1073741829.185589304949709/740273072814660/?type=3&theaterhttps://www.nytimes.com/2017/03/07/fashion/world-war-1-exhibition-paris.html?smid=fb-nytimes&smtyp=cur&smvar=wkndbau&_r=0http://wvxu.org/post/remembering-world-war-african-american-soldiers#stream/0http://ww1cc.org/social

That’s it for March 15, 2017

WW1 Centennial News is brought to you by the US WW1 Centennial Commission and the commission’s founding sponsor the Pritzker Military Museum and Library. The videos can be found at ww1cc.org/cn. Don’t forget to sign up for our  eNewsletter the Weekly DISPATCH.Our twitter and instagram handles are both @ww1cc and we are on facebook @ww1centennial. Thanks for joining us. and….Don’t forget to commemorate!So long.

SUBSCRIPTIONS

WW1 Centennial News Video Podcast on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ww1-centennial-news/id1209764611?mt=2

Weekly Dispatch Newsletterhttp://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/communicate/2015-12-28-18-26-00/subscribe.html

WW1 Centennial News for Wednesday March 15, 2017

Highlights

1.  1917 News - Wilson uses Executive order to arm merchant vessel - skips congress 

2. Guest - Mike Shuster - Russia goes into revolt

3. Commission - Patrouille de France to perform at April 6th event  & VFW joins WW1 Poppy Program

4. States - Bill Betten talks about California task force

5. Article - WWrite Blog - author Jerri Bell introduces WWI Navy Yeoman First Class Marjory Stoneman.

6. Media Spotlight - Will Smith's production company Tackling Max Brooks' 'Harlem Hellfighters'

7. Much more...

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WW1 Centennial News - Weekly Podcast

World War One Centennial News: March 15, 2017

World War One THEN

100 Year Ago This Week

Wilson Arms Merchant Vessels and Authorizes Them to Fire on U-BoatsPickupOver the last three weeks, we have been talking about problems in the seas between the Germans and the US. One hundred years ago this week, we encounter a very frustrated president Wilson who makes a bold move to protect US merchant ships. On March 13th, 1917, Wilson decided that Congressional approval was not strictly necessary, and implemented by executive order. Most of the Armed Ships Bill state that any American-flagged vessel which desired a naval gun could request one, provided that it would be manned by trained officers and sailors of the US Navy. Follow the link in the chatroom to find out more.Link: http://today-in-wwi.tumblr.com/post/158376995433/wilson-arms-merchant-vessels-and-authorizes-them

Great War Project

There’s not just drumbeat to war here, there is growing chaos in other parts of the world. Mike Shuster with the Great War Project blog joins us to explain what was taking place in Russia. LINK: www.greatwarproject.org/

War in the Sky

Next, let’s find out what was happening this week, in the skies over Europe in today’s War In The Sky segment.

High flying zeppelins mark a new strategy for GermanyLINK: http://ww1cc.org/warinthesky

The Great War Channel

This week, the Great War Channel has posted four new episodes.

Serbian Field Marshal Stepa Stepanovic I WHO DID WHAT IN WW1?2.

British India During World War 1

Camouflage Patterns - Funerary Practices - Prisoner Exchange

Link:https://www.youtube.com/user/TheGreatWar

World War One NOW

Commission News

Patrouille de France to perform at April 6th event in KCThe famed Patrouille de France (or PAF) will perform in the skies over Kansas City as part of the national commemoration event on April 6th, marking the 100 year anniversary of US entry into war. This PAF show will be part of their 2017 USA tour to express gratitude for US support to France during WWI. The Patrouille de France is the precision aerobatic demonstration team of the French Air Force. If you love the Blue Angels, you’re going to love them too. For more information, follow the link in the chatroom.Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/communicate/press-media/wwi-centennial-news/2015-patrouille-de-france-to-perform-at-april-6th-event-in-kansas-city.htmlVFW joins WW1CC Poppy ProgramAn update on the poppy program - last week The Veterans of Foreign Wars, has officially partnered with the Commission on the program. The VFW has long advocated for our veterans, and we thank them for helping to raise awareness of the sacrifices made by our WW1 veterans. Link: http://ww1cc.org/poppy

Activities and Events

In our activities & events this week, we invite you to check out the commission's event registry page. As the date of the centenary approaches, the states are beginning to come alive with WW1 commemorative events. In fact, there are over thirty events happening nationwide in just the next seven days. Stop by the page and see if there is something happening near you.One event that seems to pop up around the nation, are these special screenings of the upcoming PBS American Experience documentary, “The Great War.” Earlier this year we had Carrie Phillips from the PBS on the show to talk about how you can get a screening in your town. If your interested, follow the link in the chartroom and fill out a request form.Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/commemorate/event-map-system/eventsbyyear/2017.htmlhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdH8KzyrOa98krijnAYkqxvHY9_vnQVqFJchIQjKVxOdAHiMQ/viewform

Updates From The States

Now let’s see what is going on around the country with some updates from the states.California Comes Online The California WW1 Centennial website is now up and running. To talk more about what they're up to we have Bill Betten, the Co director of the California World War One Centennial Taskforce.Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/california-ww1-task-force.html

International Report

Belfast project will explore Muslim contribution to First World WarIn the UK, the headlines read: Belfast Project will Explore Muslim Contribution to First World War. The organizations British Future and New Horizons in British Islam, are working with Queen's University and Northern Ireland historian Phillip Orr  to raise awareness amongst Belfast's Muslim and Christian communities of their common World War One history. A total of 1.5 million soldiers from undivided India fought for Britain in the First World War, 400,000 of them Muslims from what is now Pakistan.end here A workshop will be held among today’s local Muslim community in Belfast, facilitated by Jahan Mahmood (Muh.h.mood), historian and expert on the Indian contribution to the war. Follow the link to see the whole story.Link: http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/northern-ireland/belfast-project-will-explore-muslim-contribution-to-first-world-war-35509381.html

Spotlight in the Media

Will Smith's Overbrook Tackling Max Brooks' 'Harlem Hellfighters' for History ChannelPickup“Harlem Hellfighters”, the fact-based graphic novel by World War Z author Max Brooks, is getting the limited-series treatment from History Channel. The “Harlem Hellfighters” graphic novel is based on the real-life story of U.S. Army's 369th Infantry Division, an African American unit fighting in Europe during World War I. Jeremy Passmore and Andre Fabrizio, who wrote the earthquake adventure movie San Andreas, are on board to pen what is being developed as a six-hour series that will hail from A+E Studios in association with Overbrook Entertainment and Immersive Pictures. Find out more by following the link in the chatroom. Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/communicate/press-media/wwi-centennial-news/2020-will-smith-s-overbrook-tackling-max-brooks-harlem-hellfighters-for-history-channel.html

Posts and Articles

Interview with  Dr. Matt Field, U.S. Capitol Visitor CenterThis week on the commission’s site, you can find an interview with Dr. Matt Field.  Dr. Field, is from the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center in Washington, DC. He is their Exhibits and Education Program Specialist, and is curator of a year-long exhibit entitled, “Congress and the World Wars”. The first part of the exhibit opened last Wed., March 8th and features Congress’s actions during World War I and World War II. Their second exhibit, on display September 13, 2017, through March 5, 2018, will feature Congress’s actions after the wars. The capitol receives three million visitors every year. Follow the URL and plan your trip today.Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/communicate/press-media/wwi-centennial-news/2016-four-questions-for-dr-matt-field-u-s-capitol-visitor-center.htmlInterview with Noriko KawamuraVery few people think about Asia’s involvement with the first world war. Recently, the Commission spoke with, Dr. Noriko Kawamura about her recent presentation on Japan's role in WWI given at the Pritzker Military Museum and Library. Kawamura is an associate professor of history at Washington State University. Her research focuses on the history of war, peace, and diplomacy in the Pacific World. Find out more details on Japan’s role in WWI by going to the link in the chatroom.Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/communicate/press-media/wwi-centennial-news/2019-three-questions-for-dr-noriko-kawamura.html100 Cities 100 MemorialsThere is a new post on our 100 Cities 100 Memorials Blog. This week we are shining a light on a citizen in Cape May County New Jersey, who wants to refurbish the local WW1 memorial to commemorate the sacrifice of the local veterans who served a century ago. There are many projects like this one out there which is exactly why our $200,000 dollar matching grant giveaway was created -- to help rescue ailing WW1 memorials. Support your local memorials by telling people about this program.Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/100-cities-100-memorials-blog.htmlWWrite BlogThis week in our WWrite blog, author Jerri Bell introduces the undiscovered richness of WWI Navy Yeoman First Class Marjory Stoneman Douglas' life. Douglas was a prolific writer, Naval servicewoman in WWI, and political activist who lived to be 108 year old.  A 1912 graduate of Wellesley, she married a con artist thirty years her senior and divorced him a year later when her father uncovered details of his financial fraud and forgery. Find out more about her life by reading the full post. Link is in the chatroom.Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/articles-posts/1706-navy-veteran-jerri-bell-presents-wwi-navy-yeoman-f-first-class-marjory-stoneman-douglas-writing-advice-writing-life.html

The Buzz - Social Media Posts

Moving on, let’s see what was going in the world of social media this week with Katherine Akey.Links:https://www.facebook.com/ww1centennial/photos/a.290566277785344.1073741829.185589304949709/740273072814660/?type=3&theaterhttps://www.nytimes.com/2017/03/07/fashion/world-war-1-exhibition-paris.html?smid=fb-nytimes&smtyp=cur&smvar=wkndbau&_r=0http://wvxu.org/post/remembering-world-war-african-american-soldiers#stream/0http://ww1cc.org/social

That’s it for March 15, 2017

WW1 Centennial News is brought to you by the US WW1 Centennial Commission and the commission’s founding sponsor the Pritzker Military Museum and Library. The videos can be found at ww1cc.org/cn. Don’t forget to sign up for our  eNewsletter the Weekly DISPATCH.Our twitter and instagram handles are both @ww1cc and we are on facebook @ww1centennial. Thanks for joining us. and….Don’t forget to commemorate!So long.

SUBSCRIPTIONS

WW1 Centennial News Video Podcast on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ww1-centennial-news/id1209764611?mt=2

Weekly Dispatch Newsletterhttp://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/communicate/2015-12-28-18-26-00/subscribe.html

WW1 Centennial News for Wednesday March 1, 2017, at 12pm EDT

Highlights

1.  1917 News - Supreme Court Rules Germany Cannot Keep Prize Ships in US 

2. Guest - Mike Shuster - America, Mexico, Germany, Turkey & Russia all in the news THEN and NOW

3. Commission - American Association for State and Local History joins WW1 Poppy Program

4. Commission - New England WW1 Centennial Region launched

5. Article - WWrite Blog -Tracy Crow links her own experience as a female Marine to the extraordinary yet forgotten history of Lela Leibrand

6. Social Media - Focus on Women's Month with great posts on women and WW1

7. Much more...

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WW1 Centennial News - Weekly Podcast

World War One Centennial News: Episode #9March 8, 2017

World War One THEN

100 Year Ago This Week

Supreme Court Rules Germany Cannot Keep Prize Ships in USDue to their deteriorating diplomatic relations, Germany had lost the right to conduct business at America’s shipping ports. In response, they called upon a treaty signed in 1799 that allowed the German government to claim that she could send prize ships to the United States, keep them there indefinitely, and even sell off their cargoes there.  If this were the case, German auxiliary cruisers and long-range submarines could essentially use the United States as a base, sending captured prizes back to the United States for safekeeping and profit. On March 6 1917, the Supreme Court unanimously ruled against the Germans and put an end to this practice. Link: http://today-in-wwi.tumblr.com/post/158091172688/supreme-court-rules-germany-cannot-keep-prize

Great War Project Blog

Debate Sharpens Amidst Submarine Attacks, Secret Plotting.Britain Regaining Offensive; Russia Collapsing.Across the globe a century ago, events are speeding up, with the United States hurtling toward war. “The Zimmerman telegram was published in the United States on March 1st,LINK: www.greatwarproject.org/

War in the Sky

Next, let’s find out what was happening this week, in today’s War In The Sky segment. Theo, take it away.LINK:http://ww1cc.org/warinthesky

The Great War Channel

Take and a look and share interesting stories about those who served 100 years ago in WWI 100 years ago, by viewing three new episodes on the Great War Channel.

Russia Before the 1917 Revolution

Liechtenstein, San Marino, Monaco and Andorra in WW1

Conrad Loses His Job - Nivelle's Coup

Link: https://www.youtube.com/user/TheGreatWar

World War One NOW

Commission News

American Association for State and Local History joins WW1 Poppy ProgramWe here at the Commission would like welcome the partnership of the American Association for State and Local History (AASLH) in the new WW1 Poppy Program. This state and local history association is a national organization that provides leadership and support for its members, who preserve and interpret state and local history, in order to make the past more meaningful to all people. They have over six thousand members – thanks for helping to plant the seeds of remembrance. Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/communicate/press-media/wwi-centennial-news/1980-american-association-for-state-and-local-history-aaslh-joins-ww1cc-poppy-program.htmlPoppy Program Link: http://ww1cc.org/poppy

Featured Activities and Events

Citizen Artists: World War I and the Creative Economy SymposiumDates: Saturday, March 11, 2017 09:00am - 05:00pmClick event title for full information -  This two-day symposium examines the creative contributions of American artists and citizens before, during and after World War I.  Conversations will consider the relationship between military conflict and visual culture, the deployment of everyday citizens in the pursuit of national agendas through art and art-making, evolving racial and gender roles, and the interminglings of memory and mythology in understanding our own history.  Tours with local cultural partners will expand the conversation into other disciplines through the examination of special World War I related collections around the city in smaller groups. Interested attendees will have ...Contact: 215-972-7600Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts - Historic Landmark BuildingPhiladelphia, PALink: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/commemorate/event-map-system/eventdetail/14836/citizen-artists-world-war-i-and-the-creative-economy-symposium.htmlResearching Your U.S. WWI Army AncestorsDates: Monday, March 13, 2017 06:30pm - 08:30pmThis year marks the 100th anniversary of U.S. involvement in World War I, and this local author will share techniques from her newest book for learning about World War I soldiers. Book sale and signing to follow.Contact: [email protected] Regional LibraryOdenton, MDLink: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/commemorate/event-map-system/eventdetail/19081/researching-your-u-s-wwi-army-ancestors.html

Updates From The States

IllinoisThis week, the Illinois state commission has published a complete list of WW1 events happening in the state. Whether you live in the area, or you’re planning a trip there, take a peek at this list and see if there is something you might like to attend. The link to the list will be in the chatroom. Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/images/illinois/pdf/2017IllinoisCommemorationEvents.pdfRegions We're happy to announce officially the establishment of the New England Region. The inaugural meeting took place yesterday with representatives from CT, MA, ME, RI, VT and the Commission joining the meeting. The meeting went very well. New England is already carrying out a great deal of centennial commemoration and we are confident that the formation of this region will only magnify this commemoration. Stephen Taber of MA will take on the role of Regional Coordinator for New England. We wish him and all of the region's members the best of luck moving forward in the centennial. We're equally happy to announce that tomorrow we will kick off the Mid-Atlantic Region at 11am EST. This region will consist of DC, DE, MD, NJ, NY, PA, VA, and WV. All are welcome to register for this call as an attendee at https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4085821873151701250

International Report

From maids to mechanics: Incredible pictures of the women who swapped a humdrum life in wartime Britain for service with the Army in World War OnePickupIt’s Women’s History month here in the states, so we’re going to start with an interesting story from the UK. The headline reads: From maids to mechanics: Incredible pictures of the women who swapped a humdrum life in wartime Britain for service with the Army in World War One. Three years into War, Britain was running short of men. To carry on the fight, the government called on the services of thousands of women, who swapped the dreariness of wartime Britain for the peril of life on the front line. The Women's Army Auxiliary Corps was one hundred years ago this month. This article features many interesting images of life in the corp. Check it out when you can. Link: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-4283080/Incredible-pictures-women-serving-World-War-One.htmlLIFE IN THE TRENCHES: Incredible never-seen-before photos of WWI through the eyes of a German soldier on the frontline emergeFrom the UK, the headlines read: LIFE IN THE TRENCHES Incredible never-seen-before photos of WWI through the eyes of a German soldier on the frontline emerge. A PhD student unearthed an extraordinary trove of photos while researching for his thesis. Taken by medical officer Robert Lichte, the snapshots document daily life in the trenches and beyond. The most shocking photo from the collection was taken during an operation, which was rare considering photographers were not permitted in medical areas. You can see these photos and read the full story by following the link. Link: https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/3021972/wwi-photos-through-eyes-german-soldier/

Posts and Articles

Interview with Doug BatsonPickupStop by our site to see an interview with Doug Batson who is a living history performer for  Dr. Isaiah Bowman. Bowman, then-Director of the American Geographical Society, was tapped by President Wilson to lead "The Inquiry," a group of distinguished geographers who served as a precursor to today's National Intelligence Council. Batson himself is a former military geographer, and an expert in the geography of World War I. Don’t miss this post. Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/communicate/press-media/wwi-centennial-news/1891-four-questions-for-doug-batson.htmlWorld War I exhibits at the National Museum of American HistoryThe centenary of America’s entrance into the great war is less than thirty days away. The National Museum of American History has prepared a whole host of events and exhibits to commemorate this momentous occasion. We’re posting a link that will take you to a list of those exhibits that will run from this coming April to January of 2019. Put them on your calendar and bring someone with you when you attend.  Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/communicate/press-media/wwi-centennial-news/1982-world-war-i-exhibits-at-the-national-museum-of-american-history.html WWrite BlogThis week on the WWrite blog, writer Tracy Crow links her own experience as a female Marine to the extraordinary yet forgotten history of Lela Leibrand, one of the first ten women to join the Marines in 1918. Crow recounts the story of how she discovered Lela for her upcoming book: “It's My Country Too: Women's Military Stories from the American Revolution to Afghanistan.” This sounds like a must read during Women’s History Month.Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/articles-posts/1703-u-s-marine-corps-veteran-tracy-crow-writes-about-wwi-female-marine-sergeant-lela-leibrand-ginger-roger-s-mother.htmlStories of ServiceIn our Stories of Service section this week, we often talk about the all African American Harlem Hellfighters regiment as an example of diversity in the war. This week we meet other soldiers from other ethnic groups, such as Shinichi Takenouchi. Shinichi is the son of Japanese immigrants who answered the call to service in 1918. Learn more about the diversity of WWI veterans. Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/commemorate/family-ties/stories-of-service/698-shinichi-takenouchi.html

Buzz Social Media Post

Moving on, let’s see what was going on in the world of social media with Kathy Akey. Kathy, what’s trending on our social media conversation wall this week?

https://www.facebook.com/ww1centennial/videos/736087316566569/

https://www.facebook.com/ww1centennial/photos/a.290566277785344.1073741829.185589304949709/734957970012837/?type=3&theater

https://www.facebook.com/ww1centennial/photos/a.290566277785344.1073741829.185589304949709/733590426816258/?type=3&theater

Social Media Wall http://ww1cc.org/social

 

That’s it for today. Thank you for taking time out of your busy day! WW1 Centennial News is brought to you by the US WW1 Centennial Commission and the commission’s founding sponsor the Pritzker Military Museum and Library. The videos can be found at ww1cc.org/cn. Don’t forget to sign up for our  eNewsletter the Weekly DISPATCH.Our twitter and instagram handles are both @ww1cc and we are on facebook @ww1centennial. Thanks for joining us. and….Don’t forget to commemorate!So long.

SUBSCRIPTIONS

WW1 Centennial News Video Podcast on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ww1-centennial-news/id1209764611?mt=2

Weekly Dispatch Newsletterhttp://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/communicate/2015-12-28-18-26-00/subscribe.html

WW1 Centennial News for Wednesday March 1, 2017, at 12pm EDT

Highlights

1.  1917 News - Supreme Court Rules Germany Cannot Keep Prize Ships in US 

2. Guest - Mike Shuster - America, Mexico, Germany, Turkey & Russia all in the news THEN and NOW

3. Commission - American Association for State and Local History joins WW1 Poppy Program

4. Commission - New England WW1 Centennial Region launched

5. Article - WWrite Blog -Tracy Crow links her own experience as a female Marine to the extraordinary yet forgotten history of Lela Leibrand

6. Social Media - Focus on Women's Month with great posts on women and WW1

7. Much more...

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World War One Centennial News: Episode #9March 8, 2017

World War One THEN

100 Year Ago This Week

Supreme Court Rules Germany Cannot Keep Prize Ships in USDue to their deteriorating diplomatic relations, Germany had lost the right to conduct business at America’s shipping ports. In response, they called upon a treaty signed in 1799 that allowed the German government to claim that she could send prize ships to the United States, keep them there indefinitely, and even sell off their cargoes there.  If this were the case, German auxiliary cruisers and long-range submarines could essentially use the United States as a base, sending captured prizes back to the United States for safekeeping and profit. On March 6 1917, the Supreme Court unanimously ruled against the Germans and put an end to this practice. Link: http://today-in-wwi.tumblr.com/post/158091172688/supreme-court-rules-germany-cannot-keep-prize

Great War Project Blog

Debate Sharpens Amidst Submarine Attacks, Secret Plotting.Britain Regaining Offensive; Russia Collapsing.Across the globe a century ago, events are speeding up, with the United States hurtling toward war. “The Zimmerman telegram was published in the United States on March 1st,LINK: www.greatwarproject.org/

War in the Sky

Next, let’s find out what was happening this week, in today’s War In The Sky segment. Theo, take it away.LINK:http://ww1cc.org/warinthesky

The Great War Channel

Take and a look and share interesting stories about those who served 100 years ago in WWI 100 years ago, by viewing three new episodes on the Great War Channel.

Russia Before the 1917 Revolution

Liechtenstein, San Marino, Monaco and Andorra in WW1

Conrad Loses His Job - Nivelle's Coup

Link: https://www.youtube.com/user/TheGreatWar

World War One NOW

Commission News

American Association for State and Local History joins WW1 Poppy ProgramWe here at the Commission would like welcome the partnership of the American Association for State and Local History (AASLH) in the new WW1 Poppy Program. This state and local history association is a national organization that provides leadership and support for its members, who preserve and interpret state and local history, in order to make the past more meaningful to all people. They have over six thousand members – thanks for helping to plant the seeds of remembrance. Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/communicate/press-media/wwi-centennial-news/1980-american-association-for-state-and-local-history-aaslh-joins-ww1cc-poppy-program.htmlPoppy Program Link: http://ww1cc.org/poppy

Featured Activities and Events

Citizen Artists: World War I and the Creative Economy SymposiumDates: Saturday, March 11, 2017 09:00am - 05:00pmClick event title for full information -  This two-day symposium examines the creative contributions of American artists and citizens before, during and after World War I.  Conversations will consider the relationship between military conflict and visual culture, the deployment of everyday citizens in the pursuit of national agendas through art and art-making, evolving racial and gender roles, and the interminglings of memory and mythology in understanding our own history.  Tours with local cultural partners will expand the conversation into other disciplines through the examination of special World War I related collections around the city in smaller groups. Interested attendees will have ...Contact: 215-972-7600Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts - Historic Landmark BuildingPhiladelphia, PALink: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/commemorate/event-map-system/eventdetail/14836/citizen-artists-world-war-i-and-the-creative-economy-symposium.htmlResearching Your U.S. WWI Army AncestorsDates: Monday, March 13, 2017 06:30pm - 08:30pmThis year marks the 100th anniversary of U.S. involvement in World War I, and this local author will share techniques from her newest book for learning about World War I soldiers. Book sale and signing to follow.Contact: [email protected] Regional LibraryOdenton, MDLink: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/commemorate/event-map-system/eventdetail/19081/researching-your-u-s-wwi-army-ancestors.html

Updates From The States

IllinoisThis week, the Illinois state commission has published a complete list of WW1 events happening in the state. Whether you live in the area, or you’re planning a trip there, take a peek at this list and see if there is something you might like to attend. The link to the list will be in the chatroom. Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/images/illinois/pdf/2017IllinoisCommemorationEvents.pdfRegions We're happy to announce officially the establishment of the New England Region. The inaugural meeting took place yesterday with representatives from CT, MA, ME, RI, VT and the Commission joining the meeting. The meeting went very well. New England is already carrying out a great deal of centennial commemoration and we are confident that the formation of this region will only magnify this commemoration. Stephen Taber of MA will take on the role of Regional Coordinator for New England. We wish him and all of the region's members the best of luck moving forward in the centennial. We're equally happy to announce that tomorrow we will kick off the Mid-Atlantic Region at 11am EST. This region will consist of DC, DE, MD, NJ, NY, PA, VA, and WV. All are welcome to register for this call as an attendee at https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4085821873151701250

International Report

From maids to mechanics: Incredible pictures of the women who swapped a humdrum life in wartime Britain for service with the Army in World War OnePickupIt’s Women’s History month here in the states, so we’re going to start with an interesting story from the UK. The headline reads: From maids to mechanics: Incredible pictures of the women who swapped a humdrum life in wartime Britain for service with the Army in World War One. Three years into War, Britain was running short of men. To carry on the fight, the government called on the services of thousands of women, who swapped the dreariness of wartime Britain for the peril of life on the front line. The Women's Army Auxiliary Corps was one hundred years ago this month. This article features many interesting images of life in the corp. Check it out when you can. Link: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-4283080/Incredible-pictures-women-serving-World-War-One.htmlLIFE IN THE TRENCHES: Incredible never-seen-before photos of WWI through the eyes of a German soldier on the frontline emergeFrom the UK, the headlines read: LIFE IN THE TRENCHES Incredible never-seen-before photos of WWI through the eyes of a German soldier on the frontline emerge. A PhD student unearthed an extraordinary trove of photos while researching for his thesis. Taken by medical officer Robert Lichte, the snapshots document daily life in the trenches and beyond. The most shocking photo from the collection was taken during an operation, which was rare considering photographers were not permitted in medical areas. You can see these photos and read the full story by following the link. Link: https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/3021972/wwi-photos-through-eyes-german-soldier/

Posts and Articles

Interview with Doug BatsonPickupStop by our site to see an interview with Doug Batson who is a living history performer for  Dr. Isaiah Bowman. Bowman, then-Director of the American Geographical Society, was tapped by President Wilson to lead "The Inquiry," a group of distinguished geographers who served as a precursor to today's National Intelligence Council. Batson himself is a former military geographer, and an expert in the geography of World War I. Don’t miss this post. Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/communicate/press-media/wwi-centennial-news/1891-four-questions-for-doug-batson.htmlWorld War I exhibits at the National Museum of American HistoryThe centenary of America’s entrance into the great war is less than thirty days away. The National Museum of American History has prepared a whole host of events and exhibits to commemorate this momentous occasion. We’re posting a link that will take you to a list of those exhibits that will run from this coming April to January of 2019. Put them on your calendar and bring someone with you when you attend.  Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/communicate/press-media/wwi-centennial-news/1982-world-war-i-exhibits-at-the-national-museum-of-american-history.html WWrite BlogThis week on the WWrite blog, writer Tracy Crow links her own experience as a female Marine to the extraordinary yet forgotten history of Lela Leibrand, one of the first ten women to join the Marines in 1918. Crow recounts the story of how she discovered Lela for her upcoming book: “It's My Country Too: Women's Military Stories from the American Revolution to Afghanistan.” This sounds like a must read during Women’s History Month.Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/articles-posts/1703-u-s-marine-corps-veteran-tracy-crow-writes-about-wwi-female-marine-sergeant-lela-leibrand-ginger-roger-s-mother.htmlStories of ServiceIn our Stories of Service section this week, we often talk about the all African American Harlem Hellfighters regiment as an example of diversity in the war. This week we meet other soldiers from other ethnic groups, such as Shinichi Takenouchi. Shinichi is the son of Japanese immigrants who answered the call to service in 1918. Learn more about the diversity of WWI veterans. Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/commemorate/family-ties/stories-of-service/698-shinichi-takenouchi.html

Buzz Social Media Post

Moving on, let’s see what was going on in the world of social media with Kathy Akey. Kathy, what’s trending on our social media conversation wall this week?

https://www.facebook.com/ww1centennial/videos/736087316566569/

https://www.facebook.com/ww1centennial/photos/a.290566277785344.1073741829.185589304949709/734957970012837/?type=3&theater

https://www.facebook.com/ww1centennial/photos/a.290566277785344.1073741829.185589304949709/733590426816258/?type=3&theater

Social Media Wall http://ww1cc.org/social

 

That’s it for today. Thank you for taking time out of your busy day! WW1 Centennial News is brought to you by the US WW1 Centennial Commission and the commission’s founding sponsor the Pritzker Military Museum and Library. The videos can be found at ww1cc.org/cn. Don’t forget to sign up for our  eNewsletter the Weekly DISPATCH.Our twitter and instagram handles are both @ww1cc and we are on facebook @ww1centennial. Thanks for joining us. and….Don’t forget to commemorate!So long.

SUBSCRIPTIONS

WW1 Centennial News Video Podcast on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ww1-centennial-news/id1209764611?mt=2

Weekly Dispatch Newsletterhttp://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/communicate/2015-12-28-18-26-00/subscribe.html

Highlights

Guest - Mike Shuster - President Wilson’s response to Germany’s U-Boat campaign

Announcement - Commissioner John “Jack”  D. Monahan sworn in

Guest - Philip Sneed, chair of the Colorado WW1 Centennial steering committee

Post - 100C/100M WW1 memorial restoration project on Governors Island in New York

Article - Commissioner Monique Seefried on the April 6th significance

Article - Robert Laplander 3rd edition of book “Finding the Lost Battalion” and “Doughboy MIA” site

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World War One Centennial News: March 1st 2017

World War One THEN

100 Year Ago This Week

British Expeditionary Force to Carry Out French OrdersAfter months of ongoing carnage at the Somme, Prime Minister Lloyd George had become dissatisfied with Douglas Haig’s performance.  He was, however, impressed by the French commander, General Nivelle, who promised to break through the German lines with a swift offensive. On February 27th, George proposed that all Allied armies in France be placed under Neville's command. Follow the link in the chatroom to find out how the British generals reacted. Link: http://today-in-wwi.tumblr.com/post/157795523243/british-expeditionary-force-to-carry-out-french

Great War Project

But the big story this week 100 years ago is President Wilson’s response to Germany’s U-Boat campaign. And this is the story of Mike Shuster’s post this week. Welcome Mike.LINK: www.greatwarproject.org/

War in the Sky

One hundred year ago this week the story of the Great War In The Sky involves Navy Lt. Kenneth Whitting. It was this week 100 years ago that he proposed to United States Secretary of the Navy Josephus Daniels that the Navy acquire a ship with an aircraft catapult and a flight deck, prompting the first serious U.S. Navy consideration of such an acquisition. Whitting was a visionary who had started even a year prior in 1916, to campaign for the U.S. Navy development of what were then called "plane carriers".He was always a visionary - who started his naval career as a pioneer in submarines - but in 1914 his request to become an aviator was granted and he reported to the Wright Company in Dayton Ohio to learn to fly. In fact he was the last naval officer to take flight training from Orville Wright personally. Alright so in March he proposed the first sort-of aircraft carrier, in April American declares war, in May Whitting is selected to command the 1st Naval Air Unit. He, seven officers and 122 enlisted men board ships to cross the Atlantic to France becoming the first officers and men of the regular fighting forces of the United States to land in France...As reported on June 8 in the OFFICIAL BULLETIN - Published Daily under order of the President by the committee for public information (the official US war bulletin)What about that carrier proposal?Well - 2 weeks after he and his men arrive in France the Navy rejected the idea - and Whitting had to wait until 1922 when he was made commanding officer of the US's first actual aircraft carrier the CV-1 USN Langley. But that quest began 100 years ago this week for the Great War in The sky.LINK:http://ww1cc.org/warintheskyhttps://books.google.com/books?id=6UfmAAAAMAAJ&pg=PA193&lpg=PA193&dq=United+States+Navy+Lt+Kenneth+Whiting&source=bl&ots=69ZbLKo_LI&sig=KqoJz_lVkRIiRyrOxRyOaTJUWS0&hl=en&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwiEnsf5xLTSAhWCRCYKHaNBAAwQ6AEIWTAO#v=onepage&q=United%20States%20Navy%20Lt%20Kenneth%20Whiting&f=false

The Great War Channel

This week on the Great War Channel, they have three new episodes.

Outbreak of World War 1 - A Banker's Perspective

Out of The Trenches segment including the DISC Grenade

Mechanised War In Mesopotamia - Toplica Uprising

Link:https://www.youtube.com/user/TheGreatWar

World War One NOW

Commission News

John “Jack”  D. Monahan sworn inWashington, DC - This week, John “Jack”  D. Monahan of Essex, Connecticut was sworn in as Commissioner to the United States World War One Centennial Commission, during the American Legion’s Legislative Mid-winter Conference held in Washington, DC. He was appointed to this position by the American Legion. He has served the Legion in the past as commander of La Place-Champlin American Legion Post 18 in Essex, Conn. and in various post, state and national levels. This is breaking news so we don’t have a link for you.The commission had a busy first part of the week -- starting on Sunday, Susan Mennenga (mennen gay) Pritzker Military Museum and Library and WWICC Project Officer spoke to the Veterans Committee of the National Association of Counties about the WW1 poppy program and 100 Cities. And then on Monday Susan and I were off to participate on a panel discussion with Dole Foundation and Purple Hearts Reunited at the annual American Legion Auxiliary Midwinter Legislative Conference, also in DC.  

Activities and Events

In our activities & events this week we highlightLink: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/commemorate/event-map-system/eventsbyyear/2017.htmlSan Diego and the Great War:1914-1919Dates: Friday, March 03, 2017 08:30am - 05:00pmThe Congress of History of San Diego & Imperial Counties and the San Diego Veterans Museum at Balboa Park are co-sponsoring a two-day conference commemorating the role the greater San Diego region played during the war. Speakers will discuss how the war and its aftermath were the catalysts that contributed to the region's development into a major modern U.S. naval base.Contact: [email protected] Diego Veterans Museum at Balboa ParkSan Diego, CALink: http://www.veteranmuseum.org/Festival Celebrating Arkansas Women's Contributions/Experiences during World War I Dates: Saturday, March 04, 2017 10:00am - 02:00pmFestival Celebrating Arkansas Women's Contributions/Experiences during World War I Brought to you by: AWHI Women's History Month Event Using booths, living history vignettes, presentations, and children's activities, the festival will be for the whole family and will provide an educational emphasis showcasing women's contributions and experiences during World War I.  This event is free and open to the public.Contact: [email protected] Museum of Arkansas Military HistoryLittle Rock, ARLink: http://www.nwaonline.com/news/2017/feb/28/events-to-mark-wwi-centennial-20170228/?news-arkansasWorld War 1 and the Red Cross: Lunch and Learn with Dr. Julia F. Irwin at the Florida Historic Capitol Museum, Tallahassee, FloridaDates: Thursday, March 09, 2017 11:30am - 01:00pmIn celebration of American Red Cross Month, historian and author Julia Irwin speaks about the importance of the Red Cross during World War I. Dr. Irwin will sign copies of her acclaimed book Making the World Safe: The American Red Cross and a Nation’s Humanitarian Awakening. Free program; bring your own lunch or purchase one ($5 for Museum members / $10 for non-members). Please reserve your spot and let us know if you would like a lunch by signing up at https://wwimar9.eventbrite.com. Contact: [email protected] more information, please visit their website.Link: http://www.flhistoriccapitol.gov/

Updates From The States

AlabamaThe Alabama commission has made an interesting announcement on their site. The Alabama Department of Archives and History has made approximately 100 World War I posters available online in its digital archives. These colorful, striking graphics and their fascinating patriotic symbolism can now be appreciated by anyone with an internet connection. Copies of the posters can also be downloaded at no charge from the site. This is great news not just for the people of Alabama but the entire World War One commemoration community. Follow the link to see what they have to offer. Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/alabama-wwi-blog.htmlColoradoLast week, we announced that the Colorado state commission’s website went live. This week, we are joined by Philip Sneed, the Executive Director at the Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities and the chair of the Colorado WW1 Centennial  steering committee.Link: http://ww1cc.org/co

International Report

Tunnel network reveals how First World War sappers battled beneath the Western Front as their comrades fought in the trenches above We have a headline out of the UK that reads: Tunnel network reveals how First World War sappers battled beneath the Western Front as their comrades fought in the trenches above. There is a new book out called “Beneath the Killing Fields,” by Matthew Leonard. This book documents the lives of special engineering soldiers known as Sappers. Sappers were mainly former coal miners drafted in from the pits. This article has some really interesting images of the tunnels, the diggers, and what remains today. We encourage you to check it out. Link: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-4248972/Tunnels-reveal-World-War-sappers-underground-battle.html

Posts and Articles

Commissioner Monique Seefried on the April 6th We have an interview posted on our site with Commissioner Monique Seefried about the upcoming April 6th event. She has been a regular lecturer on World War I, its causes and its consequences. She talks with us about the event, the significance of the Centennial of WW1, and why the decision by the U.S. to enter the war is so important to commemorate.Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/communicate/press-media/wwi-centennial-news/1952-four-questions-for-monique-seefried-about-april-6-2017.htmlRobert Laplander on his book “Finding the Lost Battalion” and “Doughboy MIA”Next, we have an interview featuring historian and author Robert Laplander. Robert is working on a new book about the Lost Battalion’s unit Commander, Charles Whittlesey. He has been involved with the highly-anticipated PBS/American Experience series THE GREAT WAR. In addition to all that, Robert has been researching for his "Doughboy MIA" section of the WW1 Centennial Commission web site. Follow the link to see more of what this author has been up to.Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/communicate/press-media/wwi-centennial-news/1953-four-questions-for-bob-laplander-of-finding-the-lost-battalion-and-doughboy-mia.html100 Cities / 100 Memorials BlogOn 100 cities 100 memorials this week, learn about Kevin Fitzpatrick's WW1 memorial restoration project on Governors Island in New York. Kevin, a highly active WW1 commemoration advocate, submitted the grant application to the 100 cities 100 memorial program. We are proud to shine a light on his fantastic efforts. The link to his post is in the chatroom. Check it out.Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/100-cities-100-memorials-blog/115-governor-s-island-ny-memorial-project-submitted-to-100c-100m.htmlWWrite BlogOn our WWrite blog we have a post where Actor/Writer Darryl Dillard talks about the Great War's Influence for Black Male Actors Today. When the nation joined the war,  blacks volunteered in droves to prove loyalty to the country and gain respect. They fought not only their enemies, but also centuries of negative stereotypes that had become commonplace in American media. This one is a good read so don’t miss it. Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/articles-posts/1950-the-great-war-s-far-reaching-influence-for-black-male-actors-today.htmlStories of ServiceOur last post comes from our stories of service section. This week, there is a short post on David Gaines Gentry, Jr.  David, like so many other young men of the time, had never ventured from his hometown. But when the call to arms came, he took up a cause greater than himself, and traveled across the globe to fight for it. Take a moment to read about this brave man by clicking on the link in the chatroom. Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/commemorate/family-ties/stories-of-service/1795-david-gaines-gentry-jr.html

The Buzz

Moving on, let’s see what was going in the world of social media this week. We have Kathy Akey with us again, Kathy, what’s going on our social media conversation wall?http://ww1cc.org/social

That’s it for today. Thank you for taking time out of your busy day! WW1 Centennial News is brought to you by the US WW1 Centennial Commission and the commission’s founding sponsor the Pritzker Military Museum and Library. The videos can be found at ww1cc.org/cn. Don’t forget to sign up for our  eNewsletter the Weekly DISPATCH.Our twitter and instagram handles are both @ww1cc and we are on facebook @ww1centennial. Thanks for joining us. and….Don’t forget to commemorate!So long.

SUBSCRIPTIONS

WW1 Centennial News Video Podcast on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/ww1-centennial-news/id1209764611?mt=2  

Weekly Dispatch Newsletterhttp://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/communicate/2015-12-28-18-26-00/subscribe.html

Highlights

Guest - Mike Shuster - President Wilson’s response to Germany’s U-Boat campaign

Announcement - Commissioner John “Jack”  D. Monahan sworn in

Guest - Philip Sneed, chair of the Colorado WW1 Centennial steering committee

Post - 100C/100M WW1 memorial restoration project on Governors Island in New York

Article - Commissioner Monique Seefried on the April 6th significance

Article - Robert Laplander 3rd edition of book “Finding the Lost Battalion” and “Doughboy MIA” site

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World War One Centennial News: March 1st 2017

World War One THEN

100 Year Ago This Week

British Expeditionary Force to Carry Out French OrdersAfter months of ongoing carnage at the Somme, Prime Minister Lloyd George had become dissatisfied with Douglas Haig’s performance.  He was, however, impressed by the French commander, General Nivelle, who promised to break through the German lines with a swift offensive. On February 27th, George proposed that all Allied armies in France be placed under Neville's command. Follow the link in the chatroom to find out how the British generals reacted. Link: http://today-in-wwi.tumblr.com/post/157795523243/british-expeditionary-force-to-carry-out-french

Great War Project

But the big story this week 100 years ago is President Wilson’s response to Germany’s U-Boat campaign. And this is the story of Mike Shuster’s post this week. Welcome Mike.LINK: www.greatwarproject.org/

War in the Sky

One hundred year ago this week the story of the Great War In The Sky involves Navy Lt. Kenneth Whitting. It was this week 100 years ago that he proposed to United States Secretary of the Navy Josephus Daniels that the Navy acquire a ship with an aircraft catapult and a flight deck, prompting the first serious U.S. Navy consideration of such an acquisition. Whitting was a visionary who had started even a year prior in 1916, to campaign for the U.S. Navy development of what were then called "plane carriers".He was always a visionary - who started his naval career as a pioneer in submarines - but in 1914 his request to become an aviator was granted and he reported to the Wright Company in Dayton Ohio to learn to fly. In fact he was the last naval officer to take flight training from Orville Wright personally. Alright so in March he proposed the first sort-of aircraft carrier, in April American declares war, in May Whitting is selected to command the 1st Naval Air Unit. He, seven officers and 122 enlisted men board ships to cross the Atlantic to France becoming the first officers and men of the regular fighting forces of the United States to land in France...As reported on June 8 in the OFFICIAL BULLETIN - Published Daily under order of the President by the committee for public information (the official US war bulletin)What about that carrier proposal?Well - 2 weeks after he and his men arrive in France the Navy rejected the idea - and Whitting had to wait until 1922 when he was made commanding officer of the US's first actual aircraft carrier the CV-1 USN Langley. But that quest began 100 years ago this week for the Great War in The sky.LINK:http://ww1cc.org/warintheskyhttps://books.google.com/books?id=6UfmAAAAMAAJ&pg=PA193&lpg=PA193&dq=United+States+Navy+Lt+Kenneth+Whiting&source=bl&ots=69ZbLKo_LI&sig=KqoJz_lVkRIiRyrOxRyOaTJUWS0&hl=en&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwiEnsf5xLTSAhWCRCYKHaNBAAwQ6AEIWTAO#v=onepage&q=United%20States%20Navy%20Lt%20Kenneth%20Whiting&f=false

The Great War Channel

This week on the Great War Channel, they have three new episodes.

Outbreak of World War 1 - A Banker's Perspective

Out of The Trenches segment including the DISC Grenade

Mechanised War In Mesopotamia - Toplica Uprising

Link:https://www.youtube.com/user/TheGreatWar

World War One NOW

Commission News

John “Jack”  D. Monahan sworn inWashington, DC - This week, John “Jack”  D. Monahan of Essex, Connecticut was sworn in as Commissioner to the United States World War One Centennial Commission, during the American Legion’s Legislative Mid-winter Conference held in Washington, DC. He was appointed to this position by the American Legion. He has served the Legion in the past as commander of La Place-Champlin American Legion Post 18 in Essex, Conn. and in various post, state and national levels. This is breaking news so we don’t have a link for you.The commission had a busy first part of the week -- starting on Sunday, Susan Mennenga (mennen gay) Pritzker Military Museum and Library and WWICC Project Officer spoke to the Veterans Committee of the National Association of Counties about the WW1 poppy program and 100 Cities. And then on Monday Susan and I were off to participate on a panel discussion with Dole Foundation and Purple Hearts Reunited at the annual American Legion Auxiliary Midwinter Legislative Conference, also in DC.  

Activities and Events

In our activities & events this week we highlightLink: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/commemorate/event-map-system/eventsbyyear/2017.htmlSan Diego and the Great War:1914-1919Dates: Friday, March 03, 2017 08:30am - 05:00pmThe Congress of History of San Diego & Imperial Counties and the San Diego Veterans Museum at Balboa Park are co-sponsoring a two-day conference commemorating the role the greater San Diego region played during the war. Speakers will discuss how the war and its aftermath were the catalysts that contributed to the region's development into a major modern U.S. naval base.Contact: [email protected] Diego Veterans Museum at Balboa ParkSan Diego, CALink: http://www.veteranmuseum.org/Festival Celebrating Arkansas Women's Contributions/Experiences during World War I Dates: Saturday, March 04, 2017 10:00am - 02:00pmFestival Celebrating Arkansas Women's Contributions/Experiences during World War I Brought to you by: AWHI Women's History Month Event Using booths, living history vignettes, presentations, and children's activities, the festival will be for the whole family and will provide an educational emphasis showcasing women's contributions and experiences during World War I.  This event is free and open to the public.Contact: [email protected] Museum of Arkansas Military HistoryLittle Rock, ARLink: http://www.nwaonline.com/news/2017/feb/28/events-to-mark-wwi-centennial-20170228/?news-arkansasWorld War 1 and the Red Cross: Lunch and Learn with Dr. Julia F. Irwin at the Florida Historic Capitol Museum, Tallahassee, FloridaDates: Thursday, March 09, 2017 11:30am - 01:00pmIn celebration of American Red Cross Month, historian and author Julia Irwin speaks about the importance of the Red Cross during World War I. Dr. Irwin will sign copies of her acclaimed book Making the World Safe: The American Red Cross and a Nation’s Humanitarian Awakening. Free program; bring your own lunch or purchase one ($5 for Museum members / $10 for non-members). Please reserve your spot and let us know if you would like a lunch by signing up at https://wwimar9.eventbrite.com. Contact: [email protected] more information, please visit their website.Link: http://www.flhistoriccapitol.gov/

Updates From The States

AlabamaThe Alabama commission has made an interesting announcement on their site. The Alabama Department of Archives and History has made approximately 100 World War I posters available online in its digital archives. These colorful, striking graphics and their fascinating patriotic symbolism can now be appreciated by anyone with an internet connection. Copies of the posters can also be downloaded at no charge from the site. This is great news not just for the people of Alabama but the entire World War One commemoration community. Follow the link to see what they have to offer. Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/alabama-wwi-blog.htmlColoradoLast week, we announced that the Colorado state commission’s website went live. This week, we are joined by Philip Sneed, the Executive Director at the Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities and the chair of the Colorado WW1 Centennial  steering committee.Link: http://ww1cc.org/co

International Report

Tunnel network reveals how First World War sappers battled beneath the Western Front as their comrades fought in the trenches above We have a headline out of the UK that reads: Tunnel network reveals how First World War sappers battled beneath the Western Front as their comrades fought in the trenches above. There is a new book out called “Beneath the Killing Fields,” by Matthew Leonard. This book documents the lives of special engineering soldiers known as Sappers. Sappers were mainly former coal miners drafted in from the pits. This article has some really interesting images of the tunnels, the diggers, and what remains today. We encourage you to check it out. Link: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-4248972/Tunnels-reveal-World-War-sappers-underground-battle.html

Posts and Articles

Commissioner Monique Seefried on the April 6th We have an interview posted on our site with Commissioner Monique Seefried about the upcoming April 6th event. She has been a regular lecturer on World War I, its causes and its consequences. She talks with us about the event, the significance of the Centennial of WW1, and why the decision by the U.S. to enter the war is so important to commemorate.Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/communicate/press-media/wwi-centennial-news/1952-four-questions-for-monique-seefried-about-april-6-2017.htmlRobert Laplander on his book “Finding the Lost Battalion” and “Doughboy MIA”Next, we have an interview featuring historian and author Robert Laplander. Robert is working on a new book about the Lost Battalion’s unit Commander, Charles Whittlesey. He has been involved with the highly-anticipated PBS/American Experience series THE GREAT WAR. In addition to all that, Robert has been researching for his "Doughboy MIA" section of the WW1 Centennial Commission web site. Follow the link to see more of what this author has been up to.Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/communicate/press-media/wwi-centennial-news/1953-four-questions-for-bob-laplander-of-finding-the-lost-battalion-and-doughboy-mia.html100 Cities / 100 Memorials BlogOn 100 cities 100 memorials this week, learn about Kevin Fitzpatrick's WW1 memorial restoration project on Governors Island in New York. Kevin, a highly active WW1 commemoration advocate, submitted the grant application to the 100 cities 100 memorial program. We are proud to shine a light on his fantastic efforts. The link to his post is in the chatroom. Check it out.Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/100-cities-100-memorials-blog/115-governor-s-island-ny-memorial-project-submitted-to-100c-100m.htmlWWrite BlogOn our WWrite blog we have a post where Actor/Writer Darryl Dillard talks about the Great War's Influence for Black Male Actors Today. When the nation joined the war,  blacks volunteered in droves to prove loyalty to the country and gain respect. They fought not only their enemies, but also centuries of negative stereotypes that had become commonplace in American media. This one is a good read so don’t miss it. Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/articles-posts/1950-the-great-war-s-far-reaching-influence-for-black-male-actors-today.htmlStories of ServiceOur last post comes from our stories of service section. This week, there is a short post on David Gaines Gentry, Jr.  David, like so many other young men of the time, had never ventured from his hometown. But when the call to arms came, he took up a cause greater than himself, and traveled across the globe to fight for it. Take a moment to read about this brave man by clicking on the link in the chatroom. Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/commemorate/family-ties/stories-of-service/1795-david-gaines-gentry-jr.html

The Buzz

Moving on, let’s see what was going in the world of social media this week. We have Kathy Akey with us again, Kathy, what’s going on our social media conversation wall?http://ww1cc.org/social

That’s it for today. Thank you for taking time out of your busy day! WW1 Centennial News is brought to you by the US WW1 Centennial Commission and the commission’s founding sponsor the Pritzker Military Museum and Library. The videos can be found at ww1cc.org/cn. Don’t forget to sign up for our  eNewsletter the Weekly DISPATCH.Our twitter and instagram handles are both @ww1cc and we are on facebook @ww1centennial. Thanks for joining us. and….Don’t forget to commemorate!So long.

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Highlights

Guest - Mike Shuster - President Wilson’s response to Germany’s U-Boat campaign

Announcement - Commissioner John “Jack”  D. Monahan sworn in

Guest - Philip Sneed, chair of the Colorado WW1 Centennial steering committee

Post - 100C/100M WW1 memorial restoration project on Governors Island in New York

Article - Commissioner Monique Seefried on the April 6th significance

Article - Robert Laplander 3rd edition of book “Finding the Lost Battalion” and “Doughboy MIA” site

World War One Centennial News:

March 1st 2017

World War One THEN

100 Year Ago This Week

British Expeditionary Force to Carry Out French Orders

After months of ongoing carnage at the Somme, Prime Minister Lloyd George had become dissatisfied with Douglas Haig’s performance.  He was, however, impressed by the French commander, General Nivelle, who promised to break through the German lines with a swift offensive. On February 27th, George proposed that all Allied armies in France be placed under Neville's command. Follow the link in the chatroom to find out how the British generals reacted.

Link: http://today-in-wwi.tumblr.com/post/157795523243/british-expeditionary-force-to-carry-out-french

Great War Project

But the big story this week 100 years ago is President Wilson’s response to Germany’s U-Boat campaign. And this is the story of Mike Shuster’s post this week. Welcome Mike.

LINK: www.greatwarproject.org/

War in the Sky

One hundred year ago this week the story of the Great War In The Sky involves Navy Lt. Kenneth Whitting. It was this week 100 years ago that he proposed to United States Secretary of the Navy Josephus Daniels that the Navy acquire a ship with an aircraft catapult and a flight deck, prompting the first serious U.S. Navy consideration of such an acquisition. Whitting was a visionary who had started even a year prior in 1916, to campaign for the U.S. Navy development of what were then called "plane carriers".

He was always a visionary - who started his naval career as a pioneer in submarines - but in 1914 his request to become an aviator was granted and he reported to the Wright Company in Dayton Ohio to learn to fly. In fact he was the last naval officer to take flight training from Orville Wright personally.

Alright so in March he proposed the first sort-of aircraft carrier, in April American declares war, in May Whitting is selected to command the 1st Naval Air Unit. He, seven officers and 122 enlisted men board ships to cross the Atlantic to France becoming the first officers and men of the regular fighting forces of the United States to land in France...

As reported on June 8 in the OFFICIAL BULLETIN - Published Daily under order of the President by the committee for public information (the official US war bulletin)

What about that carrier proposal?

Well - 2 weeks after he and his men arrive in France the Navy rejected the idea - and Whitting had to wait until 1922 when he was made commanding officer of the US's first actual aircraft carrier the CV-1 USN Langley. But that quest began 100 years ago this week for the Great War in The sky.

LINK:

http://ww1cc.org/warinthesky

https://books.google.com/books?id=6UfmAAAAMAAJ&pg=PA193&lpg=PA193&dq=United+States+Navy+Lt+Kenneth+Whiting&source=bl&ots=69ZbLKo_LI&sig=KqoJz_lVkRIiRyrOxRyOaTJUWS0&

Highlights

WW1 Poppy Program web site goes live

Colorado web site goes Live

Mathew Naylor President/CEO of WW1 Museum in KC on April 6 event

Ambassador Carol Moseley Braun - African-American heroes are a part of a vanishing World War I legacy

American Legion Post 196 in Brownwood, Texas submission to 100C/100M program

Feb. 2017 Education Newsletter comes out.

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February 22, 2017

Intro

Welcome to World War One Centennial News. It’s about WW1 news 100 years ago this week  - and it’s about WW1 NOW - news and updates about the centennial and the commemoration.WW1 Centennial News is brought to you by the U.S. World War I Centennial Commission and the Pritzker Military Museum and Library. Today is February 15, 2017 and your host is Theresa Sims…

World War One THEN

100 Year Ago This Week

Q-Ship Farnborough Sinks U-83On February 17th, the HMS Farnborough (also known as (Q-5) of the British Royal Navy used a daring strategy to defeat U-83 of the German Imperial Navy. Instead of engaging the U-boat, the Farnborough intentionally allowed itself to get hit by a torpedo and sink. The crew then pretended to abandoned ship, and when the submarine emerged from the sea, the ship open fired and sunk it. The Allies had had few victories over the submarines since the start of the new U-boat campaign, the defeat of U-83 was the third. Link: http://today-in-wwi.tumblr.com/post/157359106413/q-ship-farnborough-sinks-u-83Arabs Begin Raiding Hejaz RailwayOn February 20th, a Hashemite (HasheMITE) Arab force attacked the Hejaz (Heyjaxx) Railway and destroyed a nearby bridge. The railway served as the only reliable connection between the Turkish garrison in Medina and the rest of the Ottoman Empire. This was the first of many raids that would hamper the Turkish forces in Medina, which would soon run short on food. Link: http://today-in-wwi.tumblr.com/post/157510518768/arabs-begin-raiding-hejaz-railway

The Great War ChannelCut some

This week on the Great War Channel, they have three new episodes.

Medical Treatment in World War 1

French Railway Guns

Russian Bombing On The Eastern Front

Link: https://www.youtube.com/user/TheGreatWar

War in the Sky

Feb. 26, 1917 in anticipation of a possible entry World War I by the US, Marine Corps aviator Alfred A. Cunningham receives orders to head to the the Philadelphia Navy Yard and to establish, equip, and command an aviation company for a Marine Corps advance base force.Rolling back in time, The military history of aviation in the US started with the Army. The Aeronautical Division of the Signal Corps was set up in August 1907; its first plane was acquired from the Wright Brothers in 1909. The Navy constructed a platform on a cruiser, the Birmingham where a civilian pilot flew the first time in 14 November 1910; the Navy's first three planes were delivered in July the next year in 1911.One year after that, in 1912, Cunningham was ordered from Annapolis for flight training at the Burgess aircraft plant at Marblehead, Mass., and soloed in August...  after just 2 hours and 40 minutes of flight instruction. He became a member of the Chambers Board along with six naval officers, assuring the Marines of a representative in naval aviation almost from the beginning. In an interesting twist of love and love of flying, in 1913 Cunningham asked to be detached from flying duty because his sweetheart and fiancee declined to marry a flyer; he was detached and then he was attached by marrying her.  But, remember he is a Marine so in 1915 after two years, he went back to flying duty. Ouch - LOVE takes a loop-dee-loop and the airplane wins! And one hundred year ago this week Cunningham puts together a USMC aviation company for the Great War in The Sky.LINK: http://ww1cc.org/warinthesky

Great War Project

LINK: www.greatwarproject.org/

World War One NOW

Commission News

Poppy Seed ProgramThe U.S. World War I Centennial Commission has launched its nationwide "WW1 Poppy Program" to support construction of the new National World War One Memorial at Pershing Park in Washington, DC. The website is now live. Link: http://ww1cc.org/poppy

Activities and Events

New York WW1 Doughboy Swap & SaleDates: Saturday, February 25, 2017 11:00am - 04:00pmThe Doughboy Swap & Sale: Announcing the first one-day event in New York City for World War I reenactors to find uniforms and equipment, and to meet others who are passionate about living history. A proper Doughboy impression starts with a basic uniform: At this event, we’ll bring together reenactors and vendors with items specific to World War I, from boots to helmets. There is no cost for admission and no charge for dealer/vendor tables. The event is hosted at the historic Samuel Young Jr. American Legion Post 620 in the Bronx. In one room look for collar discs, overseas caps, haversacks, ...Contact: Kevin Fitzpatrick: [email protected] Young Jr American Legion Post 620New York, NYLink: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/commemorate/event-map-system/eventdetail/11444/new-york-ww1-doughboy-swap-sale.htmlFrance and the Memory of the Great War ConferenceDates: Thursday, March 02, 2017 - Friday, March 03, 2017 Join keynote speaker Dr. Annette Becker and special guest Dr. Monique Seefried, Commissioner on the United States World War One Centennial Commission, for a conference that will explore the military, political, social, and cultural history of France in the Great War, as well as connections between France and other combatant nations. Held at the University of South Alabama, the conference will feature presentations by dozens of scholars from all relevant disciplines. Call for Papers: http://www.southalabama.edu/departments/research/warandmemory/resources/cfp.pdfContact: Dr. Susan McCreadyUniversity of South AlabamaMobile, AL

Updates From The States

ColoradoAs we speak, the Colorado State Commission’s website is now live! It is the first Mountain state to go live and the website will be a great resource for people looking to get involved. You can check it out at ww1cc.org/colorado. We are going to have someone from the Colorado team on the show next week to tell us more.Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/colorado-in-wwi-home-page.htmlAndrew McGrealThe commission’s own Andrew McGreal is also here with us today. Andrew, what other updates do you have for us today?

International Report

War stories come to townWWI Stories of Service are being collected around the world. From Australia, the headline reads: War stories come to town. There is a new World war one photo exhibit in Gannawarra themed around the Victorians who served. Entitled “Australia Will Be There – Victorians in the First World War” this exhibit features more than 100 images and outlines what servicemen and women experienced during the four-year conflict. Particularly, it focuses on Gallipoli, the Middle East and Europe's Western Front. Check out the link in the chatroom to see more.Link: http://www.gannawarratimes.com.au/story/4479964/war-stories-come-to-town/National Eisteddfod's World War One commemorationIn the UK, the headline reads: National Eisteddfod's  (I-sted-fud) World War One commemoration. (So what’s an eisteddfod? it’s the most important of several eisteddfodau festivals that are held annually, mostly in Wales. eight days of competitions and performances are considered the largest music and poetry festival in Europe.) The National Eisteddfod choir will mark 100 years since World War One's battle of Passchendaele with a special performance. Organisers say the war's first battle had particular relevance to Welsh history. Link: http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-wales-39014396

Posts and Articles

Four Questions for Matthew NaylorOur WW1 centennial event on April 6th, 2017,  will be held at the National World War I Museum and Memorial in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Matthew Naylor, President and CEO of the Museum, is also a World War One Centennial Commissioner. He talks with us this week about the event, the significance of WW1, and why the Museum and Memorial is the right location for this commemorative event.Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/communicate/press-media/wwi-centennial-news/1909-four-questions-for-matthew-naylor.htmAmbassador Carol Moseley Braun - African-American heroes are a part of a vanishing World War I legacyInteresting story tied to Black History Month. We have an oped on our site written by Ambassador Carol Moseley Braun recently published in the Military Times. Nearly 350,000 African-Americans served during World War One, and the Ambassador examines the paradox in how these soldiers fought overseas for freedoms they did not have. (She talks about her own grandfather, Thomas Davie, attached to the Army’s 10th Calvary Regiment, famously known as the “Buffalo Soldiers,” was posthumously awarded a U.S. Victory Medal and fought in the battle at Meuse-Argonne. His cousin, who volunteered at the same time, was not so fortunate; his name is memorialized on a statute in Chicago’s Bronzeville neighborhood.)Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/communicate/press-media/wwi-centennial-news/1906-african-american-heroes-are-a-part-of-a-vanishing-world-war-i-legacy.html100 Cities / 100 MemorialsThis week on our 100 cities 100 memorials blog, we take a look at American Legion Post 196 in Brownwood, Texas submission to 100C/100M program The Memorial was originally located behind a bush, and most people had forgotten about it. With the help of the Central Texas Veterans' Memorial committee, the Memorial was moved from its old location to a new Central Texas Veterans' Memorial location in the 36th Division Memorial Park in Brownwood. Catch the full story on the blog. Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/100-cities-100-memorials-blog/114-matching-grant-project-profile-brown-county,-texas.htmlWWrite Blog(Part of Black History Month and relates to Ambassador Carol Moseley Braun story)This week on the WWrite Blog, Jennifer Orth-Veillon, offers her post entitled "On A Boat Alone.” She discusses the "Gold Star Pilgrimage," a U.S.-government sponsored program that brought wives to burial sites and battle grounds in Europe post WWI. She focuses on the African American women who took these trips and discovered equality, not in their own country, but on the other side of the ocean.Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/articles-posts.html

Spotlight In the Media

‘The Ottoman Lieutenant’ Trailer Starring Game of Thrones’ Michiel HuismanThe official trailer’s arrived for Paladin’s dramatic film, The Ottoman Lieutenant. Directed by Joseph Ruben, The Ottoman Lieutenant is the first movie to explore the eastern front of World War I. It tells the story of a strong-willed woman, who, leaves the United States after meeting Jude, an American doctor who runs a remote medical mission within the Ottoman Empire.  The film will be released in theaters on March 10, 2017. We’ll post a link to the trailer in the chatroom. Link: http://www.showbizjunkies.com/movies/ottoman-lieutenant-trailer/

Teaching and Learning

Education NewsletterThere is a new education newsletter over at theworldwar.org/education. This issue focus on the US’ entry into the war. It features stories on German U-boat campaign, the war with Mexico, and a lesson plan about the reasons that drove our nation to war. We’ll leave a link to the site in the chatroom, but we encourage you to register so that you can get the newsletter directly when it’s out. Keep an eye out for a special edition of the March Education newsletter US Entry into War.Link: http://www.worldwar1centennial.org/index.php/educate/education-resources.html

Social Media - The Buzz

Moving on, let’s see what was going in the world of social media this week. We have Kathy Akey with us again, Kathy, what’s going on our social media conversation wall?http://ww1cc.org/social

Closing

WW1 Centennial News is brought to you by the US WW1 Centennial Commission and the commission’s founding sponsor the Pritzker Military Museum and Library. The videos can be found at ww1cc.org/cn. Don’t forget to sign up for our weekly eNewsletter the Weekly DISPATCH.Our twitter and instagram handles are both @ww1cc and we are on facebook @ww1centennial. Our founding sponsor is the Pritzker Military Museum and LibraryThanks for joining us. and….Don’t forget to commemorate!So long.