Union City, Tenn.–The 2022 Military History and Armed Forces Symposium at Discovery Park of America on Friday, April 29 through Sunday, May 1 will feature a variety of programs and interactive activities that explore the past, present and future of the American military. From presentations and panel discussions from special guests to static and active demonstrations of military equipment and vehicles to gallery talks, this comprehensive event will be the largest ever held in this region. Guests will also experience historical interpreters and period musicians throughout the museum and park.
Friday’s events have been designed with students in mind and will provide both military-and-history-related content perfect for school groups. For student group scholarships, email Sheridan Wells at swells@discoveryparkofamerica.com or call 731-599-1132.
Representatives from all six military branches will be available for recruiting information, job opportunities and education. Volunteers from veteran service organizations will also be in attendance to offer information on services, programs and benefits that are currently provided for veterans.
In addition to bringing back the popular Lantern Walk this year, the 2022 event will include a members-only reception with entertainment provided by Operation Song and an early-American folk dance with live music and dance instruction provided by the 52nd Regimental String Band. The band will also be performing during a church service in Discovery Park’s late-19th century chapel on Sunday morning.
Guests will experience:
- Black Hawk Helicopter and seven ground assets
- Historical interpreters
- Static and active military vehicles and equipment on display
- Period Musicians
- Weapons and transportation demonstrations
- Experts on a variety of topics relevant to the past, present and future of the military
- Gallery talks with Discovery Park educators
- Jason Pate photo exhibit, “A Country Divided: Photos from the Civil War”
- The U.S. Navy “Nimitz” Virtual Reality Experience
Sponsored by Union City Coca-Cola and Dixie Gun Works.
Photo: The U.S. Navy “Nimitz” Virtual Reality Experience will be on display during the Military History and Armed Forces Symposium 2022.