Dr. Shogan’s Weekly Summary and Social Media Report: September 30-October 4, 2024

On September 30, 2024, Dr. Shogan shared an image portraying women’s vast contributions to U.S. industrial development and World War II wartime efforts. Check out this powerful photo of three female lumberjacks at a female-operated sawmill in Turkey Pond, NH in Nov. 1942. Our online Catalog can always surprise you!

On October 1, 2024, Dr. Shogan celebrated former President Jimmy Carter’s 100th birthday. You can read more about it on our website.

On October 2, 2024 Dr. Shogan visited West Virginia University. In honor of American Archives Month, WVU Libraries showcased the Libraries’ special and historical collections, as well as illustrated their methods and dedication to acquiring, preserving and providing access to materials in all formats that illuminate both local and national history and culture.

On October 3, 2024, Dr. Shogan posted in honor of #America250 and invited the public to join #AmericasFieldTrip! “I love meeting students from across the U.S. who are eager to visit iconic landmarks, learn about #AmericanHistory, and celebrate #Declaration250 with the National Archives!”

The National Archives is planning for a two-year celebration, in coordination with the U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission, also known as America250, and other federal partners and cultural heritage organizations. Find out more on our website: https://www.archives.gov/news/articles/declaration250-campaign-launch.

On October 4, 2024, Dr. Shogan posted that “it was great to talk with Peter Zablocki, host of @_HistoryShorts. Check it out and learn about the amazing work of the @USNationalArchives!” You can listen to the full episode here.

Also on October 4, 2024, Dr. Shogan reposted this photograph and statistic posted by the National Archives main X account during the Archives Hashtag Party, #ArchivesOnTheRoad.


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