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Christmas on the Homefront: A 1-Hour World War II Character Tour

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Be transported back to Williamsburg in 1943 in this 1-hour character tour. Learn how the citizens of the town are dealing with rationing, blackout drills, and all the new servicemen in town during the Holiday season.

Please note that each tour is unique, so the advertised routes may vary. You will be guided through town by either a USO Hostess or an Air Raid Warden. However, for evening tours, the guide will solely be an Air Raid Warden.

Shades of Our Past is not affiliated with Colonial Williamsburg; therefore, this tour does not include entrance or admission into Colonial Williamsburg-owned buildings. Since the tour is through the streets of Colonial Williamsburg it is weather contingent. Please be prepared for all weather conditions.

Please be aware that due to staff participation in other events, tours may be unavailable on certain days. For details about these programs, please visit our website.
Miasto: Williamsburg
Tue 22 Apr
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Replica World War II Christmas Card to the Troops
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Replica World War II Christmas Card to the Troops
All Fees and Taxes
Replica World War II Christmas Card to the Troops
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Dodatkowe informacje
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Czego oczekiwać
1
Bruton Parish Episcopal Church
Our guide will discuss the roles of churches and other organizations, as well as the citizens of Williamsburg, in housing troops and serving as observation locations for spotting planes.
2
George Wythe House
Our guide will discuss the origins of the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation and its commitment to the military, including classes for the military on the topic of liberty.
3
Governor's Palace
Our guide will explore the impact of the war on the citizens of Williamsburg, including holiday tours and the significance of "lights out."
4
Colonial Williamsburg’s Merchants Square
Our guide will explore the various forms of entertainment available to soldiers in Williamsburg, including movies and the USO.
5
Wren Building
Our guide will describe the contributions of the College of William and Mary during the war, including offering housing to military spouses, holiday fund drives, and providing junior hostesses for the USO.
6
Bruton Parish Episcopal Church
Our guide will discuss the roles of churches and other organizations, as well as the citizens of Williamsburg, in housing troops and serving as observation locations for spotting planes.
7
George Wythe House
Our guide will discuss the origins of the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation and its commitment to the military, including classes for the military on the topic of liberty.
8
Governor's Palace
Our guide will explore the impact of the war on the citizens of Williamsburg, including holiday tours and the significance of "lights out."
9
Colonial Williamsburg’s Merchants Square
Our guide will explore the various forms of entertainment available to soldiers in Williamsburg, including movies and the USO.
10
Wren Building
Our guide will describe the contributions of the College of William and Mary during the war, including offering housing to military spouses, holiday fund drives, and providing junior hostesses for the USO.
11
Bruton Parish Episcopal Church
Our guide will discuss the roles of churches and other organizations, as well as the citizens of Williamsburg, in housing troops and serving as observation locations for spotting planes.
12
George Wythe House
Our guide will discuss the origins of the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation and its commitment to the military, including classes for the military on the topic of liberty.
13
Governor's Palace
Our guide will explore the impact of the war on the citizens of Williamsburg, including holiday tours and the significance of "lights out."
14
Colonial Williamsburg’s Merchants Square
Our guide will explore the various forms of entertainment available to soldiers in Williamsburg, including movies and the USO.
15
Wren Building
Our guide will describe the contributions of the College of William and Mary during the war, including offering housing to military spouses, holiday fund drives, and providing junior hostesses for the USO.
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Zasady anulowania
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Recenzje (1)
joyce_w
Dec 2024
Don’t miss out on this unique tour. With attention to historical accuracy you will experience history by active participation. This tour is provided by dedicated historians who take the time to let you immerse yourself in history. Truly interested in providing a great experience for guests, if you love history, don’t miss this!!!
Odpowiedź od gospodarza
Dec 2024
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this kind review. We are truly blessed when our guests appreciate our tour and our attention to the history of Williamsburg, especially the 1940’s. As Kenneth Corley said in 1942 ( he was the President of Colonial Williamsburg) “ Our soldiers would be better fighting men if they had a clearer conception of why we are in this war, and just what we are fighting for.”

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