Veterans of World War II rarely speak of their service. In the case of my father, humility is part of the reason.
“Everybody did it,” he shrugged, referring to his peers in the 1940s.
He is one of a handful of remaining WWII veterans in his town. Read his story, published this week in the Metrowest Daily News.
If you are a veteran, or have a family member or friend who served in the military, record the story. Videotape it or take notes as you talk. Ask to see what pictures or memorabilia they have from that time–that helps to prompt remembrances.
Get your children involved–sometimes they come up with the best questions–because this is how they learn about family history, world history, democracy, and making peace.
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Nice post. I particularly like your closing thought – making peace. thanks
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Thank you, John. I believe teaching children how to make peace (and it begins on the playground) is one of the most important things we can teach our children.
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