Library of Virginia to screen film about Virginia pilot’s Cold War experience

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) – The Library of Virginia is hosting a film screening of “Bridge of Spies," a film about a Virginia pilot who was shot down during the Cold War, in late February. The event will take place on Friday, Feb. 21, from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. in the library's Lecture Hall. Following the film screening, there will be a Q&A and signing for Gary Powers' new book, “Cold War Virginia." It is about how the Commonwealth played a role in the U.S. involvement in the Cold War. According to the Library of Virginia, Gary Powers was a consultant on the film. It shares the Cold War-era story of his father, Francis Gary Powers. Bridge to be dedicated to Greensville deputy who died in line of duty A Virginia native and pilot, Francis Gary Powers was shot down while flying over the Soviet Union. He was captured and later exchanged for a Soviet spy, Rudolph Abel, in February 1962. Registration is required to attend. There will be limited free parking underneath the library at the 800 block of East Broad Street. To register or for more information, visit the Library of Virginia's website.