More than 700 letters and two diaries written by Lieutenant Irwin Hurley during World War II reveals more about the man and society than about war. They tell the story of the growth of a young married, white, middle class, Catholic from Northern Kentucky as his training in the US and his service in Europe changed him.

Using the letters and diaries as a starting point, legendary local historian DAN HURLEY shares his father’s story with the insight of an historian and the love of a son. It all comes together in Hurley’s new book, Crossing Borders, Expanding Boundaries. This book is truly an important addition to the fine history of the largest war in human history and of the United States of America.

Dan Hurley will present this remarkable story to the Delhi Historical Society Monday November 9, 2026, at 7PM in honor of Veterans Day. Don’t miss it.

Mr. Hurley will share with the Delhi Historical Society his father’s story Monday, November 9, 2026 at 7PM at the Delhi Community/Senior Center, 647 Neeb Road.