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This presentation is being hosted by the Manitou Springs Heritage Center. Pre-registration is required for this event - please visit the Manitou Springs Heritage Center website for details - Manitou Springs Heritage Center.
Will America ever have another “Greatest Generation?” Local author Becky Van Vleet explores that question in her new book Unintended Hero, a book about her father's up close and personal battles on the USS Denver in World War II in the Pacific Theater. She defines patriotism as “Our love for America where we can put aside our differences when we’re called upon to support our country. It’s a spirit of sacrifice and doing whatever it takes. That's what my father did." Join Becky for an interactive book talk about patriotism from the Greatest Generation in World War II to today.
Copies of Unintended Hero will be available for purchase and signing after the program. Visit Becky's website at www.beckyvanvleet.com.
Becky Van Vleet is a retired teacher and principal. She and her husband make their home in Colorado Springs, where Becky enjoys oil painting, gardening, hiking and biking in the great outdoors. A former homeschooling mom, Becky relishes spending time with her family and especially reading books to her grandchildren. Her website is devoted to creating and preserving family memories while connecting generations. She is also the author of several award-winning books for children, including Talitha, The Traveling Skirt and Harvey, The Traveling Harmonica.
