Short Description: Join scholars and veterans for an intriguing analysis of World War II in the Pacific. The public conference begins on Thursday, Sept. 24 at 5 p.m., with a reception and keynote address by Professor Emeritus of History Williamson (Wick) Murray. On Friday, Sept. 25, several scholars will present sessions on diplomacy of the Pacific War, the end of the war in East and Southeast Asia, and the destruction of the Japanese Empire. The conference will conclude with a panel of three combat veterans moderated by former Columbus mayor Greg Lashutka.
Thurs., Sept. 24, 5-7 p.m. & Fri., Sept. 25, 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Join scholars and veterans for an intriguing analysis of World War II in the Pacific. The public conference begins on Thursday, Sept. 24 at 5 p.m., with a reception and keynote address by Professor Emeritus of History Williamson (Wick) Murray. On Friday, Sept. 25, several scholars will present sessions on diplomacy of the Pacific War, the end of the war in East and Southeast Asia, and the destruction of the Japanese Empire. The conference will conclude with a panel of three combat veterans moderated by former Columbus mayor Greg Lashutka.
All conference sessions are free and open to the public; however, we ask that you indicate which sessions you will be attending so we can make appropriate accommodations.
For more information and to register, visit the Department of History website.