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The War on Our Shore

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Unearthing POW History

This chapter uncovers the little-known history of Nazi prisoners of war in America, highlighting personal memories from a family member involved in the era. Through oral histories and community reactions, it reveals the complexities of local sentiments towards detainees in camps like Aliceville, Alabama. The narrative provokes moral questions about empathy and treatment during wartime, juxtaposing historical facts with contemporary issues of detention.

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