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A Father's Sacrifice, a War Hero and the Naming of an Airport

Program Type:

Lectures & Performances

Age Group:

Adults
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About This Event

Author Richard Lindberg presents how O'Hare Field was named for Naval Aviator Edward "Butch" O'Hare and the story of his father's affiliation with Al Capone and the mob.