From Thursday, November 01, 2018
To Friday, November 30, 2018

About The Event

 

San Jose State University Commemorates the Centennial of the End of the First World War

"San Jose and World War One: A Centennial Exhibition"

Thursday, November 1st to Friday, November 30th, 2018

Martin Luther King, Jr. Library, Second Floor Art Gallery

Posters, maps and artifacts explain and commemorate the First World War, focusing on its impact on San Jose and the surrounding area.

Opening reception for
"San Jose and World War One: A Centennial Exhibition."
Thursday, November 1st, 2018 6:00 to 8:30 pm
Martin Luther King, Jr. Library, Room 255

Dr. Karen English will speak on "A Tribute to American Poetry of the Great War"

and

San Jose State University's Precision Drill Unit will present the colors.

Refreshments will be provided.

 

Bells of Peace: A World War I Remembrance
Sunday, November 11th, 2018, 10:30 to 11:15
Spartan Rose Garden, San Jose State University

At 11:00 am the San Jose State University's 1881 Normal School Bell will be tolled 21 times, symbolizing the nation's highest honor: the 21-gun salute.

Admission to all these events is free and open to the public. For accommodation or further information contact Dr. Jonathan Roth at jonathan.roth@sjsu.edu or (408) 924-5505

Contact : Dr. Jonathan Roth at jonathan.roth@sjsu.edu or (408) 924-5505
Category: Conferences, Shows & Panels, Performances & Creative Exhibition, Museums and Exhibitions, California, Education