A History of the United States Marine Corps, 1775-1945
| Dates: | July 15-29, 2026 |
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| Meets: | W from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM |
| Location: | Meadowlark Hills |
| Cost: | $0.00 |
There are 50 openings remaining at this time.
This class will review the history of the United States Marine Corps from its origins at Tun Tavern in 1775 to its notable World War II Pacific campaigns. The class will consist of three sessions; first class: "from the Revolution to the Civil War," second class: "Marines from the late nineteenth century to World War I," and the third class will examine "Marines in the Caribbean and the Pacific Campaigns of World War II."
| Fee: | $0.00 |
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Fee Breakdown
| Category | Description | Amount |
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| Course Fee (Basic) | Meadowlark Resident | $ 0.00 |
| Course Fee (Alternate) | Class fee | $ 42.00 |
Meadowlark Hills
2121 Meadowlark RoadRobert Smith
Robert Smith was born in Nebraska and attended the University of Nebraska, where he majored in history. Bob has always had a love for history and a particular interest in military history, as he comes from a military family. Prior to his return to academia and advanced degrees, Bob managed a family-operated business where he learned management and organizational skills. He returned to academia in 1998, attending Kansas State University, receiving a Master of Arts in military history in 2004 and a Ph.D. in military history in December 2008. Currently, Bob is the Director of the Fort Riley Museum Complex, Fort Riley, Kansas.| Date | Day | Time | Location |
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| 07/15/2026 | Wednesday | 6:30 PM to 8 PM | Meadowlark Hills |
| 07/22/2026 | Wednesday | 6:30 PM to 8 PM | Meadowlark Hills |
| 07/29/2026 | Wednesday | 6:30 PM to 8 PM | Meadowlark Hills |
