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Wildwood artifacts, local history book accepted by National World War II Museum
Summary
The Wildwood Historical Society’s archivist secured acceptance of the 320th Infantry Regiment artifacts and personal stories by the National World War II Museum in New Orleans; the city’s Wildwood history book will be included in the museum’s research library.
Staff announced that Jill von Gruppen, the Wildwood Historical Society archivist, arranged for artifacts and personal stories from the World War II 320th Infantry Regiment veterans group to be accepted by the National World War II Museum in New Orleans. Museum staff told the city they would accept the organized donation and plan to display much of the material beginning in September.
Meeting staff said the museum will also place the Wildwood history book in its research library because the book includes a substantial World War II section. Commission members congratulated von Gruppen; staff noted the transfer raises the visibility of Wildwood’s local history at the national level.
No commission action was required; staff said they would continue coordination with the museum and share details about the September display.
