Cold War Wisconsin

Chris Sturdevant, author of Cold War Wisconsin, will share intriguing regional stories of the Cold War, such as why nuclear missiles were based in the state, how Stalin’s only daughter came to live here, and how a small cargo ship from Wisconsin was captured and is held in North Korea today.

About the Presenter

Christopher Sturdevant is a children's librarian who resides in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. His interest in the Cold War began while growing up during the 1980s. Chris studied history and physics at Carroll University. He is a U.S. Air Force veteran and chairman of the Midwest Chapter of the Cold War Museum in Washington, D.C. In addition, Chris has represented Team USA in master's level track championships on three continents. His travels have taken him to North Korea, Chernobyl, and Afghanistan.