The Great War Effort
Programs
March 22, 2018 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Explore the politics of the mobilization effort and WWI economy at home.
Program Details
To commemorate the centennial of WWI join Dr. Scott Wolford for look at how the Great War, and the collective mobilization to support the war effort, was experienced here at home. Combining perspectives on the trajectory of the War on the battlefield with day-to-day efforts on the home front, this discussion will shine a light on the contributions and sacrifices of everyday Americans.
This program is hosted in conjunction with the opening of the Neill-Cochran House Museum's WWI centennial exhibition and as a primer for WWI America opening at the Bullock Museum in 2019. This engaging conversation will put the war effort and these exhibitions into historical and political context.
Please note: Program to take place at Neill-Cochran House Museum, 2310 San Gabriel Street, Austin, Texas 78705
Program presented in partnership between the Bullock Texas State History Museum, Friends of the Governor's Mansion and Neill-Cochran House Museum.
The Bullock Museum is owned and operated by the State of Texas through the State Preservation Board. Additional support of exhibitions and programs is provided by the Texas State History Museum Foundation.
