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World at War Forum

Douglas Macarthur: Hero, Villain, Egomaniac?
2025-10-01 19:00:00 2025-10-01 20:30:00 America/New_York World at War Forum *Note the October WAWF is on a different night, please note the change* Join Judge Ellen Connally and Prof. David Goldberg as they discuss the legacy of the General Douglas Macarthur. Westlake Porter Public Library - Porter Room

Wednesday, October 01
7:00pm - 8:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-10-01 19:00:00 2025-10-01 20:30:00 America/New_York World at War Forum *Note the October WAWF is on a different night, please note the change* Join Judge Ellen Connally and Prof. David Goldberg as they discuss the legacy of the General Douglas Macarthur. Westlake Porter Public Library - Porter Room

*Note the October WAWF is on a different night, please note the change* Join Judge Ellen Connally and Prof. David Goldberg as they discuss the legacy of the General Douglas Macarthur.

*Note the October WAWF is on a different night, please note the change* Douglas Macarthur is a controversial military leader to say the least. Some people love him, others hate him. Judge Ellen Connally and Prof. David Goldberg join us to discuss his legacy.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | History and Genealogy |

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Westlake Porter Public Library
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Westlake Porter Public Library is an independent public library serving the residents of the city of Westlake, western Cuyahoga County and eastern Lorain County. The library is located at 27333 Center Ridge Road in Westlake, Ohio. Anyone who lives, works, owns property, or goes to school in Ohio can register for a free library card.

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