On Thursday, May 24 Schwartz will host a Training Workshop on how citizens and organizations can participate in the Veterans History Project of the Library of Congress.

 “My father, a Korean War veteran, has shared many stories about his service with me, and I in turn have shared those memories with my own children. I cannot say enough about how important it is that we preserve the histories and memories of our nation’s veterans. These stories offer a priceless window into the sacrifices and courage of our veterans and their families. Particularly as our World War II and Korean War veterans grow older, it is essential that we capture and preserve these legacies now.  I am honored to partner with the Library of Congress on this initiative,” said Congresswoman Schwartz.

Veterans History Project Training Workshop

WHAT:            Veterans History Project Training Workshop                   

WHERE:        Northeast High School, 1601 Cottman Avenue

Philadelphia, PA 19111

WHEN:           Thursday, May 24

                        3:30 to 6:00 p.m.                  

CONTACT:    Karen Gurmankin, Field Representative, 215-335-3355.

The goal of the Veterans History Project is to establish a permanent national collection that preserves the experiences of war veterans by creating videotaped or recorded interviews and gathering written memoirs, as well as wartime letters, diaries and photographs. This collection will capture the experiences of war veterans from all service branches, the Coast Guard and Merchant Marines, and the civilians who supported them. The Veterans History Project website honors veterans and others by listing the names of those who have been interviewed and contributed materials. 

In fall 2007 Congresswoman Schwartz will host a tribute event honoring the veterans, volunteers and organizations who participated in the Veterans History Project.

To participate, contact the Veterans History Project at 1-888-371-5848 or www.loc.gov/vets or contact Karen Gurmankin at 215-335-3355.

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