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Grants Pass Museum “Meet the Author”

Grants Pass Museum “Meet the Author”

I want to thank Hyla Lipson, Executive Director of the Grants Pass Museum in Grants Pass Oregon for having me at their June “Meet the Author” event June 18, 2017.  I had a fantastic time.  The presentation went flawlessly, and although the attendance was low (only 12 due to fathers day and it was incredibly hot!), all attendants had wonderful things to say about my presentation and book. I am thrilled that each and every one purchased my book, “Dearest…

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Ocean Grove Historical Society Presentation: Great White Fleet

Ocean Grove Historical Society Presentation: Great White Fleet

I’ll be giving a powerpoint presentation at the Historical Society of Ocean Grove in New Jersey, about Teddy Roosevelt’s Great White Fleet (1907-1909), featured in my book “Dearest Minnie, a sailor’s story.”  Stop by and say Hello!

San Francisco Bay Area Post Card Club

San Francisco Bay Area Post Card Club

SF Bay Area Post Card Club, June speaker is Leslie Compton on the Great White Fleet.  Leslie will present Teddy Roosevelt’s GWF through her latest book, “Dearest Minnie, A Sailor’s Story”, focusing on the American Fleet’s visit to the San Francisco Bay Area.

OLLI class on ‘The Great White Fleet’ – SOU (six week class)

OLLI class on ‘The Great White Fleet’ – SOU (six week class)

Travel with Teddy Roosevelt’s Great White Fleet  Travel with Teddy Roosevelt’s Great White Fleet of sixteen battleships as they cruised around the world, the first fleet to do so. This documented event is only a couple of paragraphs in most history books. Students will learn about the battleships, the reason for the cruise, the political climate, the animals aboard, the entertainment at each port and aboard ship, and the unexpected mishaps. This is a lecture course that will highlight over 200…

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