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CGTW Bar

Join Cumberland, Maryland as we recognize the “greatest generation” and their
sacrifices – both on the homefront and in battle.

  

2010 Event Highlights

  • Observe the daily life of military men and women at the Military Encampment

  • Ride the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad with Abbott & Costello

  • Laugh to the comedy of Bob Hope and Abbott & Costello

  • Enjoy a 1940s Fashion Show

  • Have your Military Memorabilia appraised

  • View WWII vehicles and equipment

  • Enjoy homefront and military museum displays

  • Listen to WWII and Korean War veterans share their stories

  • Meet Clarence "Clancy" Lyall, Original member of 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, Easy Company (Band of Brothers)
  

CGTW News Reel

Abbott and Costello

Rosie the Riveter Contest 2009

Click here to visit the contestant gallery.
 
  Cumberland Goes To War is made possible by the support of the Allegany County Department of Tourism, the Canal Place Development and Preservation Commission, Maryland Heritage Area Programs, Western Maryland Scenic Railroad, the City of Cumberland, the Potomac Highlands Airport Authority, the men and women who preserve the history of the 29th Infantry Division and many generous residents of Allegany County who have shared their memories and family treasures from World War II.  
 
Rosie Click