Chesty: The Story of Lieutenant General Lewis B. Puller, USMC
Date and Time
Friday Nov 3, 2017
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM EDT
Location
Community Room of Palmetto Electrical Cooperative
1 Cooperative Way, Hardeeville
Right outside the gates of Sun Cit
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Contact Information
843-228-3198
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Chesty: The Story of Lieutenant Gener...
Description
Join us for an evening of inspiration when Col Jon T. Hoffman, USMCR, Ret., shares his extensive knowledge on the life of Chesty Puller.
Parris Island Historical and Museum Society is excited to present this free author talk 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 3, at the Community Room of Palmetto Electrical Cooperative at 1 Cooperative Way, Hardeeville, right outside the gates of Sun City!
LtGen Lewis “Chesty” Puller is one of the greatest Marine Corps heroes with an illustrious career spanning decades and including conflicts in Haiti, Nicaragua, Guadalcanal, Peleliu and Korea.
Colonel Hoffman extensively researched General Puller, gaining special access to his personal papers as well as his military records. This researchculminated with the publishing of his book, "Chesty: The Story of Lieutenant General Lewis B. Puller, USMC." (New York: Random House, 2001).
Colonel Hoffman has also published “Once a Legend: ‘Red Mike’ Edson of the Marine Raiders” and edited “USMC: A Compete History." Colonel Hoffman holds a JD from Duke University, a MA from Ohio State University and a BA from Miami University.
Colonel Hoffman will be available for book signings after his presentation. Books will not be sold at the event. If you are seeking a copy, please contact our Gift Shop at 843-228-2166 or giftshop.pihms@gmail.com.
Seating is limited, so please RSVP at office.pihms@gmail.com or 843-228-3198 to save your seat and let us know you're coming!
