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One Soldier’s World War II (G220)

G – History

Wilmington (Arsht Hall) | September 8, 2025-December 1, 2025

Monday: 12:45 PM-2:00 PM

This is a hybrid course. One section meets on site at the location listed; and one section meets online only.

Explore the personal side of WWII from the perspective of a soldier and his family. The instructor, Suzanne Souder, shares the story of her father, John Souder, who spent most of his adult life in the Rehoboth Beach area. During WWII he was drafted, fought briefly in Italy and then became a German prisoner-of-war. Through more than 100 letters between John and his family, students learn about their experiences and love. Learn about many aspects of the war that you never knew.

This offering meets for a total of 13 session(s).

INSTRUCTORS: Suzanne Souder, Glenn Rill

SOUDER, SUZANNE — B.A., sociology, University of Delaware, minor in history. Thirty-five years working in Social Security field offices, retiring as a district manager. Active in the community and enjoys cooking, hiking, photography, tennis, travel, biking, reading about history, cosmology, political science and biographies. (G220)

RILL, GLENN — B.S., mathematics and M.S., computer science, University of Maryland. Retired after 40-year career in computer technology. Interests include tennis, golf, guitar, traveling and all types of music. (CA338, CP217, G220)

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