The City of Foley is asking south Baldwin County residents to submit World War II memorabilia and information into a new exhibit honoring the community’s contributions to the war effort.
The exhibit will be placed at the Foley Railroad Museum.
Foley was recently named the state’s World War II Heritage City by the National Park Service.
“The program recognizes communities that made contributions to the war effort and that continue to recognize the sacrifices made by veterans and those on the home front during World War II,” said Guy Busby, Foley’s marketing communications manager. “The World War II Heritage Cities program recognizes the historic importance of the United States’ domestic involvement in World War II and ensures the continued preservation of a defining period in American history.”
The exhibit will include information on Barin Field, which served as a training center for the U.S. Navy. Although it closed in 1947, the city said many Barin Field personnel remained in Foley after marrying local women.
“Residents who might have information about these periods, including those who served at Barin Field or whose family members were stationed at the site, can share those memories by contributing to the exhibit,” the city stated.
The exhibit will also feature residents who made contributions to the war.
To enter items into the exhibit, contact Busby at gbusby@cityoffoley.org or call 251-504-3759. The city is accepting scans of letters and documentation and items to be loaned, such as uniforms, medals and souvenirs.
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