Dr. Eric Groce and The Canteen: Sacrifice and Community during WWII
November 13 | 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.Union Pacific Railroad Museum
Dr. Eric Groce brings to the museum his book, The Canteen: Sacrifice and Community during WWII followed by a book signing. 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. This remarkable story will inspire readers of all ages, as The Canteen nourishes all who have the privilege to visit.
Contact: Isabelle Kaeding
Phone: (712) 329-8307 x5
Email: [email protected]
Categories: Arts & Culture, Community, Educational, Family Friendly
