Long Island and The Great War

Richard F. Welch, author of Long Island and World War I, will discuss one of the most transformative events in world history. Once the U.S. entered WWI in 1917, Long Islanders enthusiastically played their part in the national war effort. Hundreds of young men entered the armed forces, and military facilities were created or expanded. He will discuss how the war shaped and affected Long Island. Richard received his doctorate in history from Stony Brook University and taught American, military and Irish history at LIU and Farmingdale State College. Join us!