The MacArthur Memorial announced on Apr. 29 that it will host a series of free virtual lectures during the summer of 2026, featuring historians and authors who will discuss topics related to World War II and the Occupation of Japan. Each lecture is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. and will conclude with a question-and-answer session.
The lecture series aims to provide accessible educational programming for the public, focusing on significant historical events and figures. The first event, set for May 6, features Dr. Nicole Gordon discussing her mother Beate Sirota Gordon’s role in drafting Japan’s postwar constitution. Registration for this event is available at https://streamyard.com/watch/XB7rUYmGCJSd.
On June 2, Dr. Mark Van Ells will present insights from his book “Red Arrow Across the Pacific,” detailing the experiences of the U.S. Army’s 32nd Infantry Division during World War II; registration can be completed at https://streamyard.com/watch/HdsCnqx54ADB. The final lecture on July 23 by Dr. Brian Walsh examines sexual violence during the Allied Occupation of Japan; attendees can register at https://streamyard.com/watch/WrNmC5apZCea.
For more information or updates about these events, as well as registration details, individuals are encouraged to visit www.macarthurmemorial.org.
The MacArthur Memorial was established in 1964 as a museum and library dedicated to General Douglas MacArthur and has since become an internationally recognized center for military history studies according to its official description provided in the announcement.
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The MacArthur Memorial continues offering free admission while serving over 140,000 people annually.
