Renowned Historian to Deliver Lecture at Museum

Wolfeboro, NH- The Wright Museum of WWII is excited to announce that Edward E. Gordon, Ph.D., a leading expert in World War II history will be delivering a lecture at the museum on June 6, 2023, at 7:00 pm, doors open at 6:30 pm. This event is open to the public and is expected to draw a large crowd of history enthusiasts.

Gordon is a highly respected scholar with decades of experience studying and writing about WWII. His work has been widely published in prestigious academic journals and he has authored 21 books. Dr. Gordon’s insights have contributed greatly to our understanding of history and his work has been praised for its depth, accuracy, and accessibility.

During the lecture, entitled “Divided on D-Day; How Conflicts and Rivalries Jeopardized the Allied Victory at Normandy,” Gordon will delve into the personal and national rivalries of the Allied Commanders, exploring their historical significance and shedding new light on this important aspect of the final year of the war. The lecture will be followed by a Q&A session, providing attendees with the opportunity to engage with Gordon directly.

“We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Gordon to our museum and to offer this opportunity to the community,” said Mike Cooper, Board Chair. “His extensive knowledge and passion for the impact of the D-Day Invasion make him the ideal speaker for this event, and we are certain that attendees will come away with a deeper understanding and appreciation of this fascinating topic.”

Admission is $5 for members and $10 for non-members. Reservations are required and can be made online at www.wrightmuseum.org/lecture-series or by calling 603-569-1212. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from one of the leading voices in the field of D-Day history. Lectures are held at the Wright Museum of WWII, 77 Center St. Wolfeboro, NH at 7:00 pm

For more information, please visit www.wrightmuseum.org or contact Donna Hamill at 603-569-1212 or donna.hamill@wrightmuseum.org

Meredith Historical Society Acquires Rare John Bond Swasey Account Book

Thanks to the generosity of its membership, the Meredith Historical Society recently acquired a very rare book for its archives. The volume is an Account book of Meredith Village pioneer John Bond Swasey who was instrumental in developing the Meredith mill yard in the very early 1800s. Swasey was one of the Village’s earliest store owners but is best known for developing the canal that led to the expansion of the mill yard. The Account book covers the activities of his store from 1812 until 1825. Among other important insights in it, the book confirms that Swasey had entered into a partnership with Daniel Avery to develop the mill yard. Avery was a Gilmanton resident who in 1797 built the first dam on the Winnipesaukee River at what is now downtown Laconia. Avery also built the first cotton mill in

Laconia, which was part of Meredith and known in those days as Meredith Bridge.

“We are very grateful to our members for helping us acquire this special book for the Meredith Historical Society,” said Karen Thorndike, pres- ident. “It’s a remarkable addition to our collection and shines new light on this amazing pioneer and the history of our Village. It’s extremely rare that a book of this nature would appear after so many decades. It makes one wonder what else might be out there.”