World War II, prisoners of war, and the Battle of Bowmanville. When it began as a boys training school in the 1920s, it was considered to be the most progressive institution of its kind in Canada; World War II brought a new importance to school when it was used as Prisoner of War Camp 30, housing German prisoners of war captured by the Allies.  On February 18, Dr. Amy Barron of the Clarington Museums will delve into the fascinating history of Bowmanville’s Camp 30.

The Oshawa Historical Society’s February Speaker Series is taking place Tuesday, February 18 at 7PM. The Speaker Series will be held at the Arts Resource Centre, located at 45 Queen Street, Oshawa. Admission to the Oshawa Historical Society Speaker Series is $3 or FREE for members of the Oshawa Historical Society.