You are cordially invited to attend the official launch of
In Their Own Voices
the online oral history exhibition
Wednesday, October 30
10:30 a.m.
OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 23, 2024 /CNW/ -
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Be among the first to discover the powerful stories and experiences within the online oral history exhibition, In Their Own Voices. |
Join the exhibition team to explore how the site is laid out, and listen to an enlightening discussion between Dr. Michael Petrou and several veterans and family members who were interviewed as part of the project. |
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Featuring 50 compelling clips from over 200 interviews, this immersive online experience unveils often-overlooked narratives and the lasting impacts of military service on veterans, their loved ones, communities, and Canada as a whole. Dive into these transformative accounts and witness history through the eyes of those who lived it. |
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A dedicated section for educators includes specific resources to spark conversations and encourage deeper research in the classroom and at home. |
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WHEN: |
Wednesday, October 30 |
Approximate duration: 60 minutes |
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WHO: |
The following individuals will be available for media interviews: |
Veterans and loved ones who participated in the project:
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In Their Own Voices: Stories From Canadian Veterans and Their Loved Ones is generously funded by donors including the A. Britton Smith Family; the Azrieli Foundation; Arthur B.C. Drache, C.M., K.C., and Judy Young Drache; The Royal Canadian Legion; The Legion National Foundation; Friends of the Canadian War Museum; the Crabtree Foundation; Robert Stollery, in honour of his service in the Second World War; Colonel (Ret'd) Stanley A. Milner, O.C., A.O.E., M.S.M., C.D., LL.D.; and individuals from across Canada.
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SOURCE Canadian War Museum
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