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The visual history of the navy in Newport from mercantile trade to world war and the Naval War College.
Known throughout the world as "The City by the Sea," Newport, Rhode Island, has a long history of maritime activity. Since the Colonial period, Newport has been recognized as both an important seaport for the mercantile trade and a harbor of inestimable value for naval vessels. I n 1869, the U. S. Navy opened its pioneer site
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Bryant University
Pub. Date
2013.
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English
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The Bryant College Service Club was formed in March 1942 by Bryant students for Bryant alumni serving their country during World War II. Its purpose was to send monthly packages of cigarettes, candy, cookies, letters, and knitted articles to Bryant men and women serving in the U.S. military. The club also sold war stamps and bonds and conducted first aid classes. When the club was formed there were about 80 Bryant men and women deployed throughout...
20) My old school
Pub. Date
2013
Language
English
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"My old school" was home to students in Woonsocket, RI from 1914 until its closing in 2009. Opened as Woonsocket High School and closed a the largest middle school in New England, it now sits empty in the center of the city. Come along with us and share some of the memories that made it "my old school'.
