Thursday, February 11, 2016

CELEBRATING THE BUFFALO SOLDIERS

The Atlantic County Historical Society
 featuring guest speaker John Bettis.


All are welcome to visit the Atlantic County Historical Society on Tuesday, February 16, 2016 beginning at 7:00pm featuring a special guest program “The Buffalo Soldiers”.  Guest speaker, John Bettis will discuss the life and daily tasks of the Buffalo Soldiers during the Civil War.
The Buffalo Soldiers were black members of the US Army during the Civil War who served at remote outposts on the Western frontier.  Their main charge was to protect Settlers as they moved West.
Free admission for this one-night only event.  Light refreshments will be served. Due to the Historical Society expansion project guest are advised to park in the adjacent lot to the ACHS entrance road.  Enter the museum through the front door/main entrance only.
Atlantic County Historical Society-Where History Comes To Life, a non-profit 501(c) 3 organization located at 907 Shore Road, Somers Point, NJ  08244

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