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Chicago History Podcast
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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- Chicago played a significant role in housing over 420,000 enemy POWs during WWII.
- German POWs in the US were employed in labor roles to address wartime manpower shortages.
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Chicago's Role in Housing WWII Enemy Combatants
During World War II, the US housed over 420,000 enemy POWs across the country, with Chicago playing a significant role in this operation. Prisoners from Germany, Italy, and Japan were among the captives held in the US. The decision to bring enemy combatants to the US was influenced by overcrowded European camps and the practicality of feeding and housing the POWs in the States, which was more cost-effective.
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