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This episode was produced in partnership with The Gettysburg Museum of History. See how you can support history education & artifact preservation by visiting their website & store at https://www.gettysburgmuseumofhistory…
Much attention is given to the battles and individuals of the armed forces when learning about military history but often times, the stories that slip through the cracks are those of the civilians. In this episode, we’re exploring the story of one little girl who lived in St. Marie-du-Mont and was a witness to the liberation of France by the men of the 101st Airborne and 4th Infantry Divisions on D-Day. After watching, you can learn more about this story and see the film “The Girl Who Wore Freedom” at https://thegirlwhoworefreedom.com.
Normandy: #17 – How a Child Saw The Battle of Normandy – History Traveler Episode 191
Jan 24, 2022
This episode was produced in partnership with The Gettysburg Museum of History. See how you can support history education & artifact preservation by visiting their website & store at https://www.gettysburgmuseumofhistory…
Much attention is given to the battles and individuals of the armed forces when learning about military history but often times, the stories that slip through the cracks are those of the civilians. In this episode, we’re exploring the story of one little girl who lived in St. Marie-du-Mont and was a witness to the liberation of France by the men of the 101st Airborne and 4th Infantry Divisions on D-Day. After watching, you can learn more about this story and see the film “The Girl Who Wore Freedom” at https://thegirlwhoworefreedom.com.
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