As the New Year starts, there are some upcoming events that should be of interest to MPHS members. 3rd Kugel Auction Cherrystone will be operating the 3rd auction of the postal material of the late Al Kugel on February 11 and 12. See: https://www.cherrystoneauctions.com/upcoming.asp ChicagoPex 2025 While the event will take place Nov 21-23, it …
Zoom Seminar Took Place on November 14, 2024, with Harold Krische
The British Empire Study Group hosted the presentation: – “American Aid for German War Prisoners in Jamaica” with Harold Krische on November 14, 2024 at 6 PM (ET – NY) (11pm GMT) ABOUT THE PROGRAMAmerican Aid for German War Prisoners in Jamaica with Harold KrischeThe Jamaican experience during World War II is a stark contrast …
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Harold Krische Presentation in APS Stamp Chat
Harold gave an excellent presentation in an official APS “Stamp Chat” on March 26, 2024. A video of his presentation is available at: https://youtu.be/lT_ZnoP1U7Y The APS Stamp Chat announcement information follows: Lessons from Postal History: Mental Health and Prisoners of War Date: March 26, 2024 Time: 7 pm Eastern Summary: COVID and international military conflicts …
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MPHS Zoom Presentation, June 25, 2022
The MPHS hosted a well-attended Zoom presentation on June 25, 2022. Topic: MPHS Zoom Presentation: “So, what do you do for 5 years in a POW camp?” For more information, please go to the link: http://militaryphs.org/presentations/zoom_seminars/pow_2022_06_25.pdf
MPHS Zoom Presentation, April 9, 2022
The MPHS hosted a well-attended Zoom meeting on April 9, 2022. Topic: MPHS Zoom Presentation: British Military post Abroad – Jamie Smith with Adel BulpittIt is hoped that the MPHS will be able to post links to Jamie Smith’s video, which made up the primary presentation seen on the 9th. He has offered us access …
MPHS Zoom Presentation, February 19, 2022
Your Society held a special Zoom presentation by MPHS member Kurt Stauffer on February 19, 2022. A very good international group of attendees was present. Several attendees provided useful feedback. Kurt’s presentation is entitled: “World War II Postal History of American Pow’s in Stalag 17B”. The original announcement text is available at: http://militaryphs.org/presentations/zoom_seminars/Stalag_17B.pdf
MPHS Zoom Presentation, September 11, 2021
We enjoyed a special Zoom presentation by Robert Toombs on September 11, 2021. At least 18 people joined this MPHS Zoom session, many from outside the U. S. Robert’s presentation slides are available at: Ferry Command Presentation as a PDF File (21 megabytes) The original announcement text is available at: http://militaryphs.org/presentations/zoom_seminars/ferry_command.pdf The description of this seminar …
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BALPEX 2021: MPHS Presence and Zoom Presentation (updated)
BALPEX opened on Friday September 3rd, 2021. The Military Postal History Society hosted a Zoom meeting as part of the BALPEX presence. Topic: Presentation by Steve Berlin on Mail Robberies in Military Conflicts 1745-1945. This presentation is now over, but Dr. Berlin’s slides are available on the MPHS website at: http://militaryphs.org/presentations/mail_robbery/mail_robbery.pdf In addition to the online …
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