A completely unique tour with totally different artifacts and background stories revealed and colorfully illustrated by Dr. Don Wyman, CIA Retiree who was in the Agency when most of these events were happening. This is Part 3 of an ongoing series that contains as they are declassified, new clandestine items and missions previously highly classified in full color and with unique illustrations created to show how they were carried out to combat smothering enemy surveillance.
As a result of touring the updated, state-of-the-art Museum in September 2022 for the 75th Anniversary celebration, there are many newly declassified artifacts that are now allowed to be shown. These will be shown publicly for the first time along with a number of formerly highly-classified CIA projects and spy revelations.
The topic is based on a book entitled "The 600 m.o.l. - Black Helicopter Pilots in Vietnam" written by Dr. Joe Ponds. It is aimed at sharing information about a population of men who engaged in military service to this country with duties involving aviation. The era that this book addresses is one during which there was considerable racial turmoil in America. So, these were stalwart men who entered into a career field dominated by white males who did not readily embrace them. They were very well-trained, determined, and highly motivated professionals. More specifically, the book is about the black helicopter pilots who experienced combat duty in Vietnam, some making the ultimate sacrifice of giving their lives, and who certainly have a place in U. S. history. It is also a story of the uncommon fortitude, perseverance, and triumph of black men who were often compelled to fight multiple battles against multiple enemies, for example, the enemy overseas on the battlefield and racial discrimination at home, simultaneously. The path to becoming one of the 600 m.o.l. was certainly a road less traveled.
The JFK assassination has been a nearly 60-year-old mystery of history. Did Oswald do it? Did he act alone? If not, who else was involved? What lead up to the murder and who were the possible people involved? Was it a single mastermind or the work of a cabal? Was it the first attempt on this President's life? Was it a foolproof operation, or were there mistakes and coverups that occurred? Were there any warnings or advanced indications about an assassination? If so, who knew and when? Come look and listen as many facts previously unknown or omitted in the Warren Report are revealed.
Join Alvin and learn about the History of Coney Island in Brooklyn, N.Y. The origin of Coney Island's name is disputed, but the area was originally part of the colonial town of Gravesend. In the mid-19th century, Coney Island became a seaside resort. Later, amusement parks became a focus at this location. The attractions reached a historical peak during the first half of the 20th century.
Extremely timely, given the resurgence of the so-called "Great Replacement" theory of white Nationalism today. The 1790 Naturalization Act was biased in allowing any free white person to become a citizen of the new republic; all others need not apply. This presentation demonstrates the historical effort to keep America white. Despite this, the struggle also enjoined an America of diversity. E Pluribus Unum can be interpreted two ways: homogeneity or heterogeneity. America has become a primer for other nations today who are struggling with issues of homogeneity and heterogeneity. America has been a petri dish.
The COVID pandemic caused stunning and unprecedented changes in every aspect of our lives. School closings. Business shutdowns. Holiday gatherings prohibited or restricted in size. Nothing, and no one went unscathed. This includes our courts. Courthouses were closed. Hearings and trials were postponed. Looking backwards, we wonder how we survived it all. Attorney Jerry Colen will discuss the many ways that COVID put its stamp on our judicial system.
Dec. 7, 1941, Sunday morning in Hawaii. All was peaceful and serene. Base personnel were going about their business. Then, the unthinkable happened. The greatest military catastrophe in American history. In this class, we will explore not only Japan's decision to go to war but the rationale behind the attack. Everyone has seen the horrific films and photos of that morning. What many do not know is the backstories behind what happened that day. It involves not only Japan's role, but also the American assumptions and errors which contributed to the day that still lives in infamy. However, it is important to note that hindsight is far more prescient than foresight. Please join us as we seek to unravel what happened that day, and why.
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Instructor:Bruce Seaman Course #: HIS467 | Room:Room 3 Day of Week | Start Date | Time: W | 10/4/2023 | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM Note: Students are not charged when placed on a waiting list, and will be notified by MTP staff if a seat becomes available.
The "Lost Cause" and neo-Confederates advocates disparage Reconstruction as a failure. Yet, historians today call it "The Second American Revolution," as it made the idea of equality more than an aspirational notion, spelling out in law implications of equality in the 13th, 14th, and 15th amendments. In today's Congressional climate, they would probably never pass. Reconstruction made equality more of a reality, bringing us closer to "A more perfect Union."
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Instructor:Emmett Coyne Course #: CUR159 | Room:Room 4 Day of Week | Start Date | Time:Tu | 9/19/2023 | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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A completely unique tour with totally different artifacts and background stories revealed and colorfully illustrated by Dr. Don Wyman, CIA Retiree who was in the Agency when most of these events were happening. This is Part 3 of an ongoing series that contains as they are declassified, new clandestine items and missions previously highly classified in full color and with unique illustrations created to show how they were carried out to combat smothering enemy surveillance.
The topic is based on a book entitled "The 600 m.o.l. - Black Helicopter Pilots in Vietnam" written by Dr. Joe Ponds. It is aimed at sharing information about a population of men who engaged in military service to this country with duties involving aviation. The era that this book addresses is one during which there was considerable racial turmoil in America. So, these were stalwart men who entered into a career field dominated by white males who did not readily embrace them. They were very well-trained, determined, and highly motivated professionals. More specifically, the book is about the black helicopter pilots who experienced combat duty in Vietnam, some making the ultimate sacrifice of giving their lives, and who certainly have a place in U. S. history. It is also a story of the uncommon fortitude, perseverance, and triumph of black men who were often compelled to fight multiple battles against multiple enemies, for example, the enemy overseas on the battlefield and racial discrimination at home, simultaneously. The path to becoming one of the 600 m.o.l. was certainly a road less traveled.
Join Alvin and learn about the History of Coney Island in Brooklyn, N.Y. The origin of Coney Island's name is disputed, but the area was originally part of the colonial town of Gravesend. In the mid-19th century, Coney Island became a 
