APSU Provost Lecture Series to discuss Axis POWs
November 15, 2012
Clarksville, TN – An Austin Peay State University history faculty member whose research focuses on prisoners of war (POW) will talk about the Axis POWs held in the U.S. during World War II as part of the next Provost Lecture Series at APSU.
Dr. Antonio Thompson, associate professor of history, will present at 3:00pm, Thursday, November 15th in the Morgan University Center, Room 303. All sessions of the Provost Lecture Series are free and open to the public. [Read more]
APSU choral activities hosting 3rd annual Holiday Dinner December 1st
November 13, 2012
Clarksville, TN – In the summer of 2010, Dr. Korre Foster, Austin Peay State University assistant professor of music, traveled to the eastern European country of Latvia in search of choral music. He went on this journey after meeting Baiba Kelley, a local woman of Latvian descent who yearned to again hear the music of her native country.
APSU 3rd Annual Holiday Dinner December 1st
APSU to hold fundraiser Dinner October 26th for new History Scholarship Endowment
October 15, 2012
Clarksville, TN – To celebrate the accomplishments and service of World War II veteran and faculty emeritus Preston John Hubbard, Austin Peay State University will hold a dinner to raise money for a scholarship endowment in his honor.
The Preston Hubbard Scholarship Dinner will be held at 7:00pm, Friday, October 26th in the Morgan University Center Ballroom. Cost is $25.00 per person, with the proceeds benefiting the scholarship fund to help deserving history students. [Read more]
APSU history students tour World War II vessel
October 3, 2012
Clarksville, TN – In early 1943, British Prime Minister Winston Churchill is alleged to have said, “The destinies of two great empires…seemed to be tied up in some damned things called LSTs.”
He was referring to the amphibious vessels known as Landing Ship Tank that were used to transport tanks, armored vehicles, trucks and soldiers to major World War II invasion sites such as Sicily and Normandy. More than 1,000 ships were built, but Churchill complained that more were needed to win the war.
APSU faculty and history students stand on the deck of the World War II vessel the LST 325 with the ship’s captain, Robert D. Jornlin. (Photo by Charles Booth/APSU Staff).
USS LST 325 docks in Clarkville at McGregor Park Boat Ramp
September 25, 2012
Clarksville, TN – This afternoon, September 25th, the USS LST 325 made it’s way down the Cumberland River from Nashville and docked at the McGregor Park Boat Ramp around 3:00pm. Crews began tying the boat off to the banks and preparing it for tomorrows tours. The ship will be available for tours September 26th-30th.
The LST (Landing Ship, Tank) is a floating monument to the past. The ship was used in various missions in World War II including the invasion of Sicily. Visitors are able to climb aboard and explore the ship as the crew provides a glimpse into her past.
USS LST 325 docking at the McGregor Park Boat Ramp.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation Report for September 17th, 2012
September 17, 2012
Clarksville, TN – The weekly Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department Recreation Report provides Clarksvillians with a glimpse at the activities and events that are available from the Parks and Recreation Department for them to enjoy together as a family.
This weeks highlights include:
- “Backroad Brigade” to perform at Jammin’ in the Alley
- Storytellers at Kleeman
- LST-325 in Clarksville for a Limited Time
- Indoor Aquatic Center to open for the season
- Bark in the Park
USS LST 325 to dock at McGregor Park for Tours September 26th-30th
August 28, 2012
Clarksville, TN – On September 26th-30th a key piece of military history will be on the banks of the Cumberland River in Clarksville, TN. Join us at McGregor Park as we welcome the LST-325. The LST crew will provide a rare glimpse into this floating monument as visitors are able to climb aboard and explore the ship.
Military enthusiasts, history buffs, and school groups will learn how it was instrumental in battles dating back to WWII.
USS LST 325
Clarksville Civil War Roundtable’s next meeting is July 18th, 2012
July 17, 2012
The 100th meeting with Ed Bearss
Clarksville, TN – The next meeting of the Clarksville (TN) Civil War Roundtable will be on Wednesday, July 18th at the Customs House Museum, 200 South 2nd Street in downtown Clarksville.
The Customs House Museum is our partner for this event and we thank them for their help. This is a special fund raising event for the Clarksville CWRT with the proceeds going to help build the Tennessee monument at the Battle of Richmond, Kentucky.
The Meetings topic is “General George H. Thomas Versus General U.S. Grant – Union Command In The Tennessee Campaign of 1864” [Read more]
Legendary Civil War historian Edwin Bearss to appear at the Clarksville, TN Civil War Roundtable
June 26, 2012
The 100th Meeting will be held at the Customs House Museum and Cultural Center
Clarksville, TN – Legendary Civil War historian, Edwin Bearss, will speak to the Clarksville Civil War Roundtable on Wednesday, July 18th, 2012 at 7:00pm at the Customs House Museum and Cultural Center in Clarksville, Tennessee.
The Customs House Museum is located at 200 South Second Street in downtown Clarksville, Tennessee. The program will take place in the museum’s auditorium. [Read more]
The Clarksville Civil War Roundtable’s next meeting is March 21st, 2012
March 16, 2012
The 96th Meeting
Clarksville, TN – The next meeting of the Clarksville (TN) Civil War Roundtable will be on Wednesday, March 21st at the Bone & Joint Center, 980 Professional Park Drive, right across the street from Gateway Medical Center. This is just off Dunlop Lane and Holiday Drive and only a few minutes east of Governor’s Square mall. The meeting begins at 7:00 pm and is always open to the public. Members please bring a friend or two – new recruits are always welcomed.
The meetings topic is “General James Longstreet – Modern General” [Read more]
