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Lectures & Discussions

Author Discussion—"Footprints in My Rearview Mirror: An Autobiography and Christian Testimony of George Oiye" by George Oiye

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Lectures & Discussions

Author Discussion—"Footprints in My Rearview Mirror: An Autobiography and Christian Testimony of George Oiye" by George Oiye

About the Event

Join author George Oiye as he reads selected passages from his autobiographical work, Footsteps in My Rearview Mirror. Oiye recounts key moments of his life and has included photos from an album documenting his service with the 522nd Field Artillery Battalion during World War II (currently on display in Object Lessons and featured on the National Museum's website). Oiye also describes how these pivotal moments shaped his spiritual journey, leading him to become a Christian Bible Teacher/Evangelist. Each anecdote elaborates on how his faith helped him to face life's challenges, including his military service. A Q&A session and book signing will follow the reading and photo album discussion.

Sunday, Oct 19, 2003

1:30 PM PDT

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About the Event

Join author George Oiye as he reads selected passages from his autobiographical work, Footsteps in My Rearview Mirror. Oiye recounts key moments of his life and has included photos from an album documenting his service with the 522nd Field Artillery Battalion during World War II (currently on display in Object Lessons and featured on the National Museum's website). Oiye also describes how these pivotal moments shaped his spiritual journey, leading him to become a Christian Bible Teacher/Evangelist. Each anecdote elaborates on how his faith helped him to face life's challenges, including his military service. A Q&A session and book signing will follow the reading and photo album discussion.

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