Tuesdays, October 8, 15, 22 at 2:30pm.
The Battle of the Coral Sea was the first of the four epic Pacific War aircraft carrier duels of 1942.It marked the very first time the carrier aircraft of each side met to shoot it out in the skies. It was the first time each navy could see how they matched up against one another’s best and how effective they were at sinking each other’s warships. The results produced some surprising results for both sides. The outcome would have profound effects on future battles on the oceans as well as on the course of the wider war. See how this battle actually unfolded and how the winners won and why the losers lost. (Three 40-45 minute meetings, each followed by 5-10 minute discussion.)
Presenter Ray Rossa
Ray has had a strong interest in the military which developed throughout childhood to the present day. Subsequently, he served as an active-duty commissioned officer with the United States military and was assigned to the Armor School at Fort Knox, Kentucky. His active service in a combat unit provides a unique, first-hand experience background. After his honorable discharge his keen interest in military history continued to build. Consequently, Ray has invested thousands of hours researching military history topics both online and by studying the most authoritative printed texts. An experienced presenter, he is able to explain the most complex concepts in clear, logical and easy to understand terms and vivid word pictures.
He has delivered seminars for a wide range of organizations, including: historical societies, veterans’ and other service organizations, colleges, public libraries and senior living communities. He earned a Master of Arts degree in Psychology from West Chester University, West Chester, PA and taught credit and non-credit courses for DeVry University as well as Montgomery and Delaware County Community colleges.
Registration preferred, but drop-ins are welcome! Register at https://mnl.libcal.com/event/13153962
Email Jeanne at JCove@mclinc.org with questions. There is no fee.