# Event Details

- **Event Name**: SPECIAL LECTURE -- The Old Breed in the Pacific: The 1st Marine Division in WWII + Pop-Up Gallery
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 23 Apr, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Thu, 23 Apr, 2026 at 01:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Step into the harrowing and heroic story of the U.S. Marines who fought across the Pacific in World War II. This compelling lecture brings to life the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of the legendary 1st Marine Division—immortalized in firsthand accounts and battlefield history.

Join Bradley W. Hart, PhD, Senior Historian at the Jenny Craig Institute for the Study of War and Democracy at The National WWII Museum, as he explores the brutal island campaigns and the enduring legacy of “The Old Breed.” A noted author and host of the podcast Secret WWII: Spies and Special Ops, Hart offers powerful insight into the lived experiences of Marines in the Pacific Theater.

📅  Thursday, April 23, 2026 | 12:00 PM

📍  History Museum of Mobile

🎟️  Included with regular museum admission (members are FREE!). Tickets available for purchase at the door on the day of the lecture.

Special Event Highlights:

* Explore a pop-up gallery featuring rare WWII artifacts, presented alongside a curator from The National WWII Museum. This gallery will be on view throughout the day.

*Purchase a copy of The Old Breed: The Complete Story Revealed by Henry Sledge, available in the museum gift shop

Sponsored by: Hancock Whitney and The National WWII Museum

Discover the human stories behind one of the most formidable fighting forces in modern history—and gain a deeper appreciation for the legacy of those who served.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/mobile/special-lecture-the-old-breed-in-the-pacific-the-1st-marine-division-in-wwii-pop-up-gallery/200029902026404
- **Event Categories**: Art, Theatre, literary-art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Mobile
- **state**: AL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 111 S Royal St, Mobile, AL, United States, Alabama 36602
- **lat**: 30.69016
- **long**: -88.03952
- **full address**: 111 S Royal St, Mobile, AL, United States, Alabama 36602

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is SPECIAL LECTURE -- The Old Breed in the Pacific: The 1st Marine Division in WWII + Pop-Up Gallery being held?
  - **A:** SPECIAL LECTURE -- The Old Breed in the Pacific: The 1st Marine Division in WWII + Pop-Up Gallery takes place on Thu, 23 Apr, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Thu, 23 Apr, 2026 at 01:00 pm at 111 S Royal St, Mobile, AL, United States, Alabama 36602.
- **Q**: Who is organizing SPECIAL LECTURE -- The Old Breed in the Pacific: The 1st Marine Division in WWII + Pop-Up Gallery?
  - **A:** SPECIAL LECTURE -- The Old Breed in the Pacific: The 1st Marine Division in WWII + Pop-Up Gallery is organized by History Museum of Mobile.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** SPECIAL LECTURE -- The Old Breed in the Pacific: The 1st Marine Division in WWII + Pop-Up Gallery is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Mobile, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If SPECIAL LECTURE -- The Old Breed in the Pacific: The 1st Marine Division in WWII + Pop-Up Gallery sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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