The 1946 and 1947 BHS Classes
The Bridgeville Area Historical Society series of “Second Tuesday” workshops continued in February with a focus on the graduating classes of 1946 and 1947. The facilitator began with an overview of the social and cultural environment of the time. The War had finally ended and its survivors were euphorically looking forward to a future of peace and prosperity. The high school students were eagerly awaiting the return of their relatives and neighbors from Europe and the Pacific. Newspaper clippings continued to be reminders of the difficult times that had just been completed. Marine Sergeant Dean Lesnett was awarded a Purple…