The Canteen: Sacrifice and Community During World War II

With historical photos and impeccable storytelling, this extraordinary book chronicles an astonishing moment in American history. Starting...
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Author: Eric Groce
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Language: English
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The Canteen: Sacrifice and Community During World War II by Groce, Eric

The Canteen: Sacrifice and Community During World War II

$38.48

The Canteen: Sacrifice and Community During World War II

$38.48
Author: Eric Groce
Format: Paperback
Language: English

With historical photos and impeccable storytelling, this extraordinary book chronicles an astonishing moment in American history.


Starting Christmas Day, 1941, when transport trains on the Union Pacific Railroad stopped in North Platte to refill their water tanks, the local families of North Platte, Nebraska, came together to provide love, support, food, and morale to young soldiers involved in World War II--black and white--who briefly passed through their town. Troops poured into the North Platte Depot, The Canteen, to find homecooked meals, birthday cakes, hot coffee, cold milk, magazines, postcards, and the warmth of a grateful and loving community. The stops lasted only ten minutes, but the people of North Platte made sure that everyone in their midst was taken care of. This remarkable story will inspire readers of all ages, as The Canteen nourishes all who have the privilege to visit.



Author: Eric Groce
Publisher: Arcadia Children's Books
Published: 10/03/2022
Pages: 112
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.67lbs
Size: 8.05h x 6.55w x 0.34d
ISBN: 9781467197076
Audience: Ages 9-12


Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 01/01/2023 pg. 82

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