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Memorial Day Parade - 1943
3 photos of the parade, the names on the photos are: Dineen, Foley, Wright, Hanson
Memorial Park - 1970
Charles Berriel took this picture for the Maynard Historical Society showing the Soldier's and Sailor's Monument in the center with World War II Honor Roll at the left and World War I Honor Roll at the right.
Military Funeral of Anthony Dzerkacz - ca 1920
Killed in action during World War I
Top photo, left
Front, l to r: Percy Taylor, Jack Higgins, Don Connors, John Gibbons
Back, l to r: James Cronin, Pat Kane, Ray Smith, Eden Tobin
Front, l to r: Percy Taylor, Jack Higgins, Don Connors, John Gibbons
Back, l to r: James Cronin, Pat Kane, Ray Smith, Eden Tobin
Observation Tower on Summer Hill - ca. 1940's
The Observation Tower was built by the American Legion to watch for airplanes and was manned 24 hours per day. It was later taken over by the Coast Artillery. It was destroyed by fire on October 30, 1951.
See also: The History of Maynard,…
See also: The History of Maynard,…
Ration Time Recipes
War Time Suggestions-Refrigeration
World War Two
Two booklets published during the war encouraging the careful use of food.
Roster of Concord Artillery - 1898
This group became Company I, Sixth Regiment Massachusetts Infantry at the time of the Spanish-American War.
The volunteers came from Acton, Concord, Townsend, Sudbury, Waltham, Malden, and two from Maynard: Fred Haigh Marsden and George Oram Rodan.
The volunteers came from Acton, Concord, Townsend, Sudbury, Waltham, Malden, and two from Maynard: Fred Haigh Marsden and George Oram Rodan.
Selective Service Medal - World War II
Awarded to Dr. Raymond E. Hooper "In the name of the Congress of the United States for faithful and loyal service."
Selective Service Notice
A sign with instructions to registrants for Selective Service. (Form DSS 35)
Selective Service Poster - Fifth Registration
A poster announcing the Fifth Registration of male citizens for selective service during World War II.
Selective Service Registration Sign
A sign announcing the registration of men for Selective Service in Maynard in the MHS Auditorium.
Sgt. Albert W. Connors WW II Awards - ca 1944
A collection of medals earned by Sgt. Albert W. Connors, US Air Force, during WW 2. These are: 1)the Distinguished Flying Cross; 2)Campaign Ribbon with 3 stars and 2 Oak Leaves; 3)Campaign Ribbon; 4)Pin with 2 Oak Leaves; 5)Collar Insignia US Air…
Sheridan Family World War II Ration Documents
A collection of ration coupons including War Ration Books One, Two and Three, Fuel Oil Ration, United Co-operative Butter Card, V-Fuel Oil Ration and Sugar Ration.
Sixth Regiment, Massachusetts Volunteer Militia - 1917
On Sunday July 27, 1917 the entire Sixth Regiment, Massachusetts Volunteer Militia was marching through Maynard on the way to Fort Devens, Ayer. Two months later they were on the way to France as the 26th or Yankee Division. About 40 Maynard…
Tribute to Servicemen from Maynard who served in the War in the Gulf:
Desert Shield & Storm Aug. 2, 1990 - Sept. 27, 1991
An extensive presentation that includes newspaper clippings, letters, list of soldiers who served, photographs, Welcome Home notes etc...
U.S. Army First Aid Packet - World War I
An unopened metal box that presumably contains first aid supplies.
U.S. Navy Pin Collection
Six U.S. Navy pins, two are labeled the FJ-4 Fury pins. The FJ-4 is a fighter-bomber for the US Navy and Marine Corps.
Various Rationing Coupons
OPA Community Ceiling Prices
World War Two
Coupon for meat, fish, fats, cheeses, gasoline, and cigarettes. Also an extensive newsprint list of prices for goods set by the Office of Price Administration.
VFW Testimonial
Joseph Boothroyd
Joseph Boothroyd served in WWI
Backrow standing , 6th from the right
Backrow standing , 6th from the right