Dr. Elizabeth Dennison presents A Portal to the Past: John W. Dennison and his World War II Experiences
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Using ePortfolio to organize materials, Liz Dennison shares letters, photos, documents and family stories to highlight the life and times of her father, John W. Dennison, a veteran of WWII and the Vietnam War and a master storyteller. John Dennison's letters provide us with a window into mid-twentieth century American society at war. How ePortfolis can bring history and historical research together is addressed at the event. Dr. Elizabeth Dennison is a professor in the UAA History Department. Note, the presentation that accompanies the talk is also posted in iTunes.
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