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Freedom to Read: The Fight Against Banned Books in WWII .

Thursday, October 8, 20266:30 PM
Books were among the most powerful weapons used during World War II. Join curator Molly Manning for a talk about the banning of books during World War II, highlighting the important roles played by books and librarians in wartime democracy.

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