This event is in the past.It took place on February 21, 2026 at Vallejo Naval & Historical Museum.
Literature Talk
Literature TalkHear Charles Blatcher III bring Colonel Charles Young to life: the third Black West Point graduate who rose to become America's highest-ranking Black officer. A compelling talk on a soldier, educator, and diplomat history nearly forgot.
Black History Month
Military history
Author talk
Small museum gem
Tips
🎖️Col. Young was also the first Black military attaché
📚check out the research library after (Tuesdays only)
🚢rotate the periscope for Mare Island views
Living History Speakers Series: Charles Blatcher III
Literature TalkLiterature TalkHear Charles Blatcher III bring Colonel Charles Young to life: the third Black West Point graduate who rose to become America's highest-ranking Black officer. A compelling talk on a soldier, educator, and diplomat history nearly forgot.
Black History Month
Military history
Author talk
Small museum gem
Tips
🎖️Col. Young was also the first Black military attaché
📚check out the research library after (Tuesdays only)
🚢rotate the periscope for Mare Island views
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