Hot off the Press! The Hidden History of Monroe County Michigan written by Shawna Lynn Mazur is available for purchase today at the River Raisin Trade Depot. Located in the River Raisin National Battlefield Park Visitor Center, the River Raisin Trade Depot has ten signed copies for purchase. The 208 page book, including numerous historical photos supporting the text, retails for $24.
About the book
Often overshadowed by its larger neighbors, Monroe County offers a rich tapestry of history for those willing to look. French Canadian settlers left behind legends of monsters, ghosts, and witches. In wartime, the community answered the call to arms with more soldiers per capita than any other county in the nation and proved a suitable hometown to take refuge between gunshots from none other than George Armstrong Custer. Like most communities, its sordid past reveals crimes and tragedies, including body snatching. More recently, a partial nuclear meltdown brought the city to the brink of disaster. Monroe not only survived but now thrives. Join local author Shawna Lynn Mazur for a trip through little-known and forgotten parts of Monroe's past.
About the Author
Shawna Lynn Mazur is a Monroe native. In 2007, Shawna was hired by the Monroe County Historical Museums. With a bachelor's degree in history and liturature and a love of history, research and writing, she wrote numerous articles and conducted the museum's popular Lantern Tours for four years. She has also published in Michigan History magazine, the Little Big Horn Associates newsletter and the local newspaper. As an interpretative ranger at the River Raisin National Battlefield Park, she contributed to growing the Park and developing some of its interpretive programs, publications and curriculums. She is currently working on a book for the National Park Service.
Events
November 2 at 7 pm- MCCC - Meyer Theater Atrium 1555 S. Raisinville Rd. Sponsored by Monroe County Historical Society
November 10 at 7 pm- Ellis Library & Reference Center 3700 S. Custer Rd.
November 13 at 12-3 pm - Ellis Library & Reference Center 3700 S. Custer Rd, Writers on the River
December 11 at 2 pm - River Raisin National Battlefield Park, 333 N. Dixie Hwy. Book signing and PowerPoint presentation.
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