Summer Week 1

 Hello, readers!

I'm excited to share the details of my upcoming summer internship at the Brevard Veterans Memorial Center (BVMC). Following my previous internship experience, I'm looking forward to a new opportunity to work in public history, this time focusing on a different aspect of preserving military history.

This summer, I'll be working alongside Eric, a grad student from UCF, and Paul, a staff member at the BVMC whom I had the pleasure of taking a World War II class with last semester. It's great to be collaborating with both familiar and new faces in this endeavor.

The main focus of my internship will be on learning and utilizing new 3D digitization tools. Eric and I will be working together to create 3D mappings of some of the exhibits at the center. This hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology is something I'm particularly eager to dive into.

Among the exhibits we'll be working with, I'm most looking forward to mapping a Vietnam-era helicopter. This aircraft was used during Operation Frequent Wind in 1975, and being able to create a detailed 3D model of such a significant piece of history will be an incredible experience.

I'm confident that this internship at the BVMC will provide valuable insights into museum technology and preservation, and I'm eager to contribute to the center's mission of honoring veterans. Stay tuned for updates on my progress and discoveries throughout the summer!

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