“Missing” applies both to the one who disappeared as well as the one who is now feeling the loss of that person. Stumbling over the Missing In cities across Europe, tiny brass plates glint beneath our feet. These are Stolpersteine or “stumbling stones”. Small memorials set into sidewalks in front of the last voluntarily chosenContinue reading “Missing”
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V-E Day sees 80th Anniversary
V-E Day, signifying the end of World War II in Europe, was a joy-filled day 80 years ago. The 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day should be equally joyous. After all, 80 years without war on the continent is cause for celebration. 80th Anniversary of V-E Day While countries across Europe are celebrating extensively,Continue reading “V-E Day sees 80th Anniversary”
Deleting History
Deleting history or why preserving WWII stories still matters has suddenly become a very acute question. Standing in Berlin’s Bebelplatz, site of the infamous Nazi book burnings in 1933, feeling the weight of history is inescapable. The square, with its haunting memorial of empty bookshelves, is a stark reminder of the dangers of erasing theContinue reading “Deleting History”
A year in review of Nisei Legacy Tours
“A year in review” is traditionally how we approach a new year. It makes us look back at what happened over the past year and encourages us to have a look ahead at things to come. As we close out 2024, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your continued support and growing interestContinue reading “A year in review of Nisei Legacy Tours”
Heroes of the Vosges
Heroes of the Vosges is an exciting new project that is underway in Bruyeres. A museum that will preserve the legacy of the Nisei soldiers of the 100th/442nd RCT. Alongside, the men and women of the French Forces of the Interior (FFI) will see their contributions highlighted. New museum Efforts are underway to create aContinue reading “Heroes of the Vosges”
We will remember them…
“We will remember them…” The pledge concludes the poem For the Fallen. November is definitely the month dedicated to the memory of those who are no longer with us. All Saints Day and Day of the Dead on November 1st, Remembrance Day or Veterans Day on the 11th, and various other national occasions for remembranceContinue reading “We will remember them…”