The Central Pennsylvania World War II Roundtable will meet on Thursday, Dec. 5, at 7 p.m. at Grace United Methodist Church, 433 E. Main St., Hummelstown. The event will also be livestreamed on the "Central Pennsylvania World War II Roundtable" YouTube channel.

World War II Navy veteran Ed Czechowski will speak about his service as a gunner aboard the USS Saufley, fighting in the Pacific. Czechowski enlisted at age 17 in 1942. During his service, he shot down several Japanese aircraft, and he earned the Bronze Star. He recently celebrated his 100th birthday, and he still resides in his hometown of Reading.

The meeting is open to the public, and no registration is required. Additional information can be found at http://www.centralpaww2roundtable.org.