

Episode 713 - Chicago's World War II POW Camps
May 25, 2024
Delving into Chicago's World War II POW Camps, the podcast explores the treatment of German POWs, the history of Camps Gokie Valley, Arlington Fields, and Camp Pine, and the transformation of Camp Thornton in Chicago. From peaceful relations to daring escapes, the stories of these camps are both intriguing and heartwarming.
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Introduction
00:00 • 5min
Geneva Convention Regulations and Humane Treatment of German POWs in US Camps
04:52 • 6min
From CCC Outpost to Military Base: The Evolution of Camps Gokie Valley
11:15 • 10min
Exploring the History of Arlington Fields and Camp Pine During WWII
21:02 • 4min
Exploring the History of Camp Thornton and Camp Brandon Morris in Chicago
25:08 • 7min