PROGRAM POSTPONED: Chester Heywood and a Brave Black Regiment in WWI

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History / Heritage - Lecture/Discussion

Date & Time: Wednesday, February 15, 2023
7:00 PM-8:00 PM
Suggested Audiences: Elders, Adult, College, High School, Middle School
Location:
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Worcester Historical Museum
30 Elm Street
Worcester, MA 01609
Cost: FREE
Sponsored by: Bay State Savings Bank
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During World War I the military services were not integrated as they are now. It was common for African-American units to be led by White officers.; one of those officers was Worcester native Chester Heywood. Heywood was assigned to the 371st Infantry Regiment, part of the all-Black 91st Division. Join us as we present the service of this distinguished military unit on the Western Front in the First World War.
More Information: E-mail: eleanorhoubre@worcesterhistory.net
Phone: 508-753-8278x107
Entered by: Worcester Historical Museum (info@worcesterhistory.net)

Created: January 30, 2023 at 10:01 AM
Last Modified: February 14, 2023 at 10:22 AM

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