Chicago organizations host author of book on Galicia Division (05/10/98)

Chicago organizations host author of book on Galicia Division

by Roman Golash

CHICAGO - The Ukrainian American Justice Committee, the Ukrainian Business Network and the Ukrainian National Association sponsored Michael Orest Logusz, the author of "Galicia Division," on a two-day book tour in the Chicago area.

On March 14 Mr. Logusz gave a presentation at the Ukrainian Youth Building in Palatine, Ill. The following day, on Sunday, a presentation was made at the Ukrainian Cultural Center of Ss. Volodymyr and Olha Ukrainian Catholic Church. Roman Golash introduced the author, while Dr. Myron Kuropas gave a review of the book. (Dr. Kuropas has also reviewed the book in The Ukrainian Weekly).

The "Galicia Division" is a unique book with over 136 pages of notes and bibliography. Many historical documents were obtained from Fort Benning, Ga., where archives were kept on all the divisions. Mr. Logusz, a historian and a military officer in the reserves, explained that an accurate historical perspective had to be presented. The author spent more than 10 years researching to complete the 558-page book. He also researched the "war crimes" allegations that have been made regarding the Galicia Division and found no proof to substantiate such charges.

Over 50 books were sold at both Chicago presentations. To order this book from Schiffer Military Press in Atglen, Pa., call (610) 593-1777 or fax (610) 593-2002. The e-mail address is Schifferbk@aol.com. The book lists at $35.