Description: The Canteen, Nebraska, Paperback 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.
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Location: USA
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
Brand: Unbranded
MPN: 9781467197076
Book Title: Canteen : Sacrifice and Community During World War II
Item Length: 8in
Item Height: 0in
Item Width: 6.5in
Author: Eric Groce
Format: Trade Paperback
Language: English
Topic: Transportation / Railroads & Trains, History / Military & Wars, History / United States / 20th Century
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
Intended Audience: Ages 2-3, Ages 9-12, Ages 4-8, Under 2 Years
Publication Year: 2022
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
Item Weight: 0.7 Oz
Number of Pages: 112 Pages
