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A political cartoon analyzing the way children perceive veterans day in an attempt to teach them what it is all about

Korean War Veterans march in Veterans Day parade

A World War Victory Medal and ribbons awarded to Percy Winslow Eustis for his service during the war. The Victory Medal has the Meuse-Argonne and Defensive Sector clasps.

Dead veterans are paid tribute during Armistice day in 1944

The Hartford Courant's article about war orders for Stanley Works in New Britain, CT. Company was making shrapnel shells for allies.

Poster for War Rally on December 14, 1917 in Litchfield supported recruitment efforts.

Front and back of War Savings Certificate of Jessie Thomas of 64 Main Street, Thomaston, CT. Completed record of war stamps purchased on back.

Advertisement explains the War Savings Stamp program.

While workers at area shops threatened strikes, the Plume & Atwood Company declared a 9-hour day.

This is a building built to serve as the central piece to the site and help manage visitors.