
 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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 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 
