The Kittery Historical & Naval Society kicks off their History Talks lecture series this year with James Craig’s “A Measureless Peril: Wartime Hysteria, Spies, Surrenders at Sea, and German U-Boats Off Kittery in WWII.” This special event will take place on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at 7:00 PM at the Kittery Community Center – Star Theater.

Renowned independent curator, author, and lecturer James A. Craig will explore the dramatic and often untold stories of World War II’s impact on Kittery’s coastline. From tales of espionage and wartime paranoia to the haunting presence of German U-boats patrolling offshore, this presentation promises to uncover a gripping chapter of local and global history.

History Talks is a new lecture series featuring expert speakers sharing the stories of local people and places in Maine's oldest town. All events will be held at 7PM at the Kittery Community Center – Star Theater, 120 Rogers Road.

Members of the Kittery Historical & Naval Society can attend free of charge. For non-members, a suggested donation of $5 is encouraged. Become a member and attend all four lectures in the series for free.