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Burlington & the First World War

2018-11-20 19:00:00 2018-11-20 20:30:00 America/New_York Burlington & the First World War Central

Tuesday, November 20
7:00pm - 8:30pm

Add to Calendar 2018-11-20 19:00:00 2018-11-20 20:30:00 America/New_York Burlington & the First World War Presented by Museums of Burlington Central

Central

Centennial Hall

Presented by Museums of Burlington

Burlington’s role in the First World War might surprise you. Hear how Burlington residents contributed to the Great War, both at home and overseas. Presented by Museums of Burlington

Central
Phone: 905.639.3611
Branch manager
Amanda Freeman
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Sat, Nov 16 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Nov 17 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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