Local author discusses World War II history

Atlanta-based attorney Jonathan Jordan will lead a World War II history discussion on June 16 at the East Cobb Library.

Participants are invited to bring a lunch to the free presentation titled, “Eisenhower, Patton, Bradley and the Allied Conquest in Europe.” Copies of Jordan’s book, “Brothers, Rivals Victors” will also be for sale.

The discussion begins at 12:30 p.m. at the library, 4880 Lower Roswell Road in Marietta.

Information: http://www.cobbcat.org

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