Over the next few hours, Dr. Ellis documented everything meticulously. Her excitement was palpable—this was a rare find, offering a personal perspective on wartime fears in small-town America. She praised Eliza’s diligence and Orion’s uncanny role in leading them to this trove of hidden history.
While the town of Maplewood was never bombed, the exhibit aimed to highlight the psychological toll of global conflict on everyday citizens. Eliza felt a profound kinship with the Harringtons, as though she’d been entrusted with their story. Embracing that responsibility, she collaborated closely with the museum team.