Exhibit at Nicholls St. explores La.'s role in World War II

Nicholls State University will host an exhibit from the National World War II Museum that examines Louisiana’s contribution.
The exhibit, titled “The Pelican State Goes to War,” will be held through Dec. 15 in the archives of Ellender Memorial Library. The traveling exhibit will be open to the public from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
“The exhibit details Louisiana’s participation and war efforts during World War II,” said Clifton Theriot, archivist and assistant library director. “It is important for current Louisianians to know about their ancestors’ contributions toward supporting and ultimately winning the war. What makes this exhibit unique is that it highlights not only the contributions of Louisiana soldiers but of the workers and the Louisiana factories as well.”
Dr. Paul Wilson, history department head, said the exhibit is great for historians, folks with an interest in World War II and area public schools.
The tour is self-guided, but student tour guides are available upon request.
For more information on the exhibit, contact Wilson at 448-4463.