Tonight, PBS begins airing "The War" by acclaimed filmmaker Ken Burns -- this landmark series tells the story of World War II from the personal accounts of men and women in four American towns. The story of World War II is a story shared by millions of Americans, but as time goes by, many of these stories are being lost. For those who served our nation, from the battlefront to the home front, every story deserves to be heard. That's where you can help...
PBS and Florentine Films have partnered with the Veterans History Project (VHP) in a massive effort to capture the stories of men and women who experienced the war first-hand before the generation that witnessed World War II has passed, and Paralyzed Veterans of America is proud to be a sponsor of this important, historic project.
The Veterans History Project is part of the Library of Congress and honors American war veterans and civilian workers who supported them by preserving stories of their service to our country. VHP collects and archives the one-of-a-kind stories that represent the diversity of the veterans who served our country - veterans from all conflicts, from all branches of the military, all ranks, all races and ethnicities.
Visit The Veterans History Project website to learn more on how you can participate -- interview your friends, neighbors, and relatives and preserve their stories forever through the Veterans History Project. You can even watch a video clip from Ken Burns with 7 tips on how to conduct your veteran interview like a pro!
How did WWII affect your life or the life of someone you know? Share your story here.
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Comments: 7
Did Burns have to make a deal with the Japenese government to play this down in exchange for getting access to archival films?
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Are we trying to downplay history?
And after all that, the thing that got him, Was before those conflicts. He had sprayed for Gyspy Moths in PA with the WPA and they did not know enough to wear masks. The tumor engulfed his heart and lower lung, from the outside, like a monster fighting to get into those organs. His ling gave out first. HE was 71.
He plans on 4 years of college and then join the Marine Corps.
I know that WWII has affected his life tremendously without it in our history my son would not be the determined, focused and patriotic young man he is today.
So, that is my 2 cents!