The 1914 Christmas Truce: A True Story

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Fee:

Free.

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Location:

World War I Memorial (meet the ranger at the Pershing statue)

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Dates & Times

Date:

Thursday, December 12, 2024

Time:

12:00 PM, 2:00 PM

Duration:

30 minutes

Type of Event

Talk

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Description

A global war erupted in August 1914, with no one knowing how long it would last. By the fall of the same year, the conflict raged on. But just days before Christmas, an unauthorized truce occurred between Allied and German soldiers. Discover the story of a fleeting moment when peace almost prevailed, offering a glimpse of hope amidst the chaos of World War I.

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Reservation or Registration: No

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Contact Information

Ranger Paul O'Brian
[phone]