One hundred years have passed since the Marietta Community House (MCH) was donated to the people of Marietta by the Hiestand family in memory of Lt. Benjamin Hiestand, who was killed while serving during World War I. In remembrance of the reason for the donation of this historic building and to recognize the service of Marietta veterans, the MCH board has planned a Veterans Day agenda for this centennial year of its existence. Using the service of Benjamin as a springboard, the Community House plans to compile a registry of all Marietta residents who are currently serving or have served in the Armed Forces.
Fairly detailed records up to World War II are available for those Marietta Borough enlistees who were in the military during a conflict, but records since that time are scarce. The MCH board is seeking information from the public, including names and other information for any currently serving enlistees or veterans who have lived or are living in the Marietta area.
Readers may send information to lbaker@barley.com or send the relevant information to The Marietta Community House, Veterans Day Program, Box 485, Marietta, PA 17547.
Those sending information should include the following details about the currently serving enlistee or veteran: name, birth date, death date (if applicable), address (when enlisted), military branch, rank, dates of service, locations where he or she served, and any other information they would like to provide. Those providing information should also include their own name and contact information.
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