Hometown's Fallen:
Discovering the Human Aspects of Wars
Published: August 2018
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Table of Contents:
World War I
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Book cover designed by Joe Schaeffer, Made by Thaw
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Endorsements
“[This book] will not only be of benefit to Vermillion, local historical societies, and the University of South Dakota, but it will also be of use to other social studies educators who can use the project as an exemplar of civic education and undergraduate research.” Bárbara C. Cruz, Professor, University of South Florida.
“The stories in this book personalize history in a way that builds understanding and empathy for those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. It is important to keep history alive and relevant to our youth, and this project has accomplished that goal.” Karen J. Kindle, Associate Professor, University of South Dakota.
“The collection of articles in this book is exciting, for it demonstrates how young scholars and social studies professionals can become involved in their local history and transmit their enthusiasm to their readers.” Mary Johnson, Senior Historian, Facing History and Ourselves.
“Dr. Williams’ work with her students to research the lives of our country’s fallen veterans prior to military service as well as the manner in which they served and died is valuable. Preserving each veteran’s history is so much more than simply saying we honor and support our veterans. The deliberate effort to make each story about the individual and the telling of each story with references to home, family, service, and loss goes far beyond a name on a monument or a list in a document that honors that veteran’s sacrifice.” Andy Howe, Quartermaster of Veterans of Foreign Wars post 3061.
“I have found this book to be a very interesting and informative read. The research and details put into this effort is very professional. I would hope that the memory of every veteran, who paid the ultimate price for the freedoms that we hold so dear, shall never be forgotten. May they forever Rest in Peace.” Rick Williamson, Commander 2017-2018, Department of South Dakota Veterans of Foreign Wars.
“The stories in this book personalize history in a way that builds understanding and empathy for those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. It is important to keep history alive and relevant to our youth, and this project has accomplished that goal.” Karen J. Kindle, Associate Professor, University of South Dakota.
“The collection of articles in this book is exciting, for it demonstrates how young scholars and social studies professionals can become involved in their local history and transmit their enthusiasm to their readers.” Mary Johnson, Senior Historian, Facing History and Ourselves.
“Dr. Williams’ work with her students to research the lives of our country’s fallen veterans prior to military service as well as the manner in which they served and died is valuable. Preserving each veteran’s history is so much more than simply saying we honor and support our veterans. The deliberate effort to make each story about the individual and the telling of each story with references to home, family, service, and loss goes far beyond a name on a monument or a list in a document that honors that veteran’s sacrifice.” Andy Howe, Quartermaster of Veterans of Foreign Wars post 3061.
“I have found this book to be a very interesting and informative read. The research and details put into this effort is very professional. I would hope that the memory of every veteran, who paid the ultimate price for the freedoms that we hold so dear, shall never be forgotten. May they forever Rest in Peace.” Rick Williamson, Commander 2017-2018, Department of South Dakota Veterans of Foreign Wars.
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In the NewsThe Plain Talk. (August 10, 2018). New Book Chronicles Clay County War Heroes.
South Dakota VFW Newsletter (Oct/Nov/Dec Issue). Post 3061 (page 11).
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