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Celebrate local WW1 heroes at the Apple Creek YMCA

Join us for an informative presentation about the events of June 13, 1921 - The day church bells rang throughout the city to honor two of Appleton's WWI soldiers who gave their lives in the Great War. Learn about that day's events, the soldiers, and a few other stories about Appleton's WWI Heroes. 

About our presenter: Joe Gaerthofner was raised in Appleton and a graduate of Xavier High School. He received his BS from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh and works at Nordon Business Environments, a local company started by his Grandfather Norbert in 1957. Joe has a passion for local history and currently serves as a member of the City of Appleton Historic Preservation Committee. He and his wife, Jen, and their son Elijah, reside in Appleton.

THIS EVENT IS FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

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Apple Creek YMCA

2851 E Apple Creek Rd, Appleton, WI, 54913
Event Details
Feb 18, 1:00 pm - Feb 18, 2:00 pm
2025-02-18 13:00:00 2025-02-18 14:00:00 America/Chicago WW1 Heroes Presentation Join us for an informative presentation about the events of June 13, 1921 - The day church bells rang throughout the city to honor two of Appleton's WWI soldiers who gave their lives in the Great War. Learn about that day's events, the soldiers, and a few other stories about Appleton's WWI ... Apple Creek YMCA Apple Creek YMCA