From the Museum & Library Collection French M1877 2 Liter Canteen With Wool Cover Time Period: between 1914 and 1918 Physical Description: metal and wool, color ; 24 x 23 x 10 cm During World War I the canteens came in two sizes: 1L and 2L. The 2L canteen was issued after the French realized how...https://bit.ly/4cHObI0 #History,#PMMLHistory
Pritzker Military Museum & Library
Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
Chicago, IL 1,658 followers
A center where citizens and service members come together to learn about military history and affairs.
About us
The Pritzker Military Museum & Library is a unique institution dedicated to collecting, preserving, and sharing the story of the Citizen Soldier. The Museum & Library is a center where citizens and Citizen Soldiers come together to learn from each other, about military history, and the role of the Armed Forces in today’s society. Located at 104 S. Michigan Ave. in Chicago’s historic Monroe Building, the 40,000 sq. ft. facility features a remarkable collection of books, films, and military artifacts from private donors and the Museum & Library’s founder, Colonel (IL) J.N. Pritzker, IL ARNG (Retired.). Since opening in October 2003, the Museum & Library has produced more than 400 public programs with award-winning authors and scholars, interviews with Medal of Honor recipients, and incisive panel discussions on military issues. Programs are webcast live on the Internet, and recorded for later broadcast on both Chicago PBS affiliates. Each year, the Museum & Library presents its Literature Award for Lifetime Achievement in Military Writing. Recipients include James McPherson (2007), Allan R. Millett (2008), Gerhard Weinberg (2009), Rick Atkinson (2010), Carlo D’Este (2011), Max Hastings (2012), Tim O’Brien (2013), Antony Beevor (2014) and David Hackett Fischer (2015). The Pritzker Military Museum & Library is a private, non-partisan 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization. Membership begins at $60 per year, with discounted memberships offered for veterans, active military, students and educators.
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http://www.pritzkermilitary.org
External link for Pritzker Military Museum & Library
- Industry
- Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Chicago, IL
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2003
- Specialties
- Military History, Oral History, Veterans Reference, and Archives
Locations
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Primary
104 S. Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60603, US
Employees at Pritzker Military Museum & Library
Updates
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We couldn’t host the Liberty Gala without our fantastic sponsors! Their partnership is vital in celebrating the legacies of our brave Citizen Soldiers. We would like to thank our Founder's Circle sponsors for their continued support! Interested in sponsoring? Visit https://lnkd.in/gZzA7sZ3 for more details! #LibertyGala #LegacyInMotion #PritzkerMilitaryMuseum
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From the Museum & Library Collection H.C. White Co Stereoscope Time Period: between 1914 and 1918 Physical Description: metal, wood, glass ; 33 x 19 x 12 cm This style of stereoscope was first created by Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr. around 1860, and has been referred to as an American or Holmes stereoscope. It is made primarily of wood, with.. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3LfsyCy #History,#PMMLHistory
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We are honored to welcome Ambassador Michael McFaul as our keynote speaker. Ambassador McFaul, who served as the United States Ambassador to the Russian Federation from 2012 to 2014, will share his unique insights and experiences with our guests. #LibertyGala #LegacyInMotion #PritzkerMilitaryMuseum https://lnkd.in/gZzA7sZ3
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We explore the service, contributions, and legacy of the Women Airforce Service Pilots, a World War II all-female flight organization awarded the Congressional Gold Medal on July 1, 2009. https://bit.ly/3zuc3Ad #History,#PMMLHistory #WomenAirforceServicePilots
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We are thrilled to announce the 2024 Citizen Soldier Award recipients for the 21st annual Liberty Gala! Join us on September 7th at the Palmer House Chicago to honor these remarkable individuals for their courage and dedication. ▪ Roger C. Schultz, LTG, USA-Ret. ▪ Captain F. Dawn Halfaker, USA (Retired) ▪ William “Will” McNulty To read more about our Citizen Soldiers check out https://lnkd.in/gZzA7sZ3 #LibertyGala #CitizenSoldier #LegacyInMotion #PritzkerMilitaryMuseum
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From the Museum & Library Collection U.S. Army First Aid packet with pouch Time Period: 1916 Physical Description: 1 packet, 1 bag : metal and canvas ; 7 x 11 cm Metal packet is unopened and ring is missing. Some of the metal has been... Learn more https://bit.ly/4eHyRfG #History, #PMMLHistory
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From the Museum & Library Collection Kenyon's Map of the Western Battle Front Time Period: 1918 Physical Description: 1 map : color ; 57 x 59 cm on sheet 67 x 62 cm, folded in cover 17 x 10 cm Shows battle lines from 1914 through October 21st, 1918, with "Explanation of lines, letters... Learn more: https://bit.ly/45B9EPS #History,#PMMLHistory https://bit.ly/45B9EPS
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