Honoring a Hero: Frank Acquavia
Join us as we commemorate the birthday of WWII soldier Frank Acquavia who died in the Philippines as a POW after Corregidor fell. Let us gather to honor his sacrifice.
In celebration of America250, Rutherford County invites residents and visitors to come together for events honoring our shared history, rich heritage, and the people and stories that shape our community’s place in the American story.
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Contact Ivy Albright, Director of Cultural & Heritage Tourism, ialbright@rutherfordchamber.org.
Join us as we commemorate the birthday of WWII soldier Frank Acquavia who died in the Philippines as a POW after Corregidor fell. Let us gather to honor his sacrifice.
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