An American Soldier’s Two Fronts

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12 Years That Shook the World

United States Holocaust Memorial Museum

24 episodes

2 weeks ago

From the US Holocaust Memorial Museum, 12 Years That Shook the World explores stories of real people, the choices they made, and specific moments in Holocaust history from 1933-1945. Please be advised, 12 Years That Shook the World tells true stories from Holocaust history that may not be suitable for everyone. Thank you for listening. What did you think of the show? Take a quick survey to let us know at https://www.ushmm.org/podcastsurvey.

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An American Soldier’s Two Fronts

12 Years That Shook the World

23 minutes 40 seconds

3 years ago

An American Soldier’s Two Fronts

In 1943, amid the American Jim Crow era, a young Black American named Leon Bass enlists in the Army to fight Nazi Fascism. But once Leon enters WWII and becomes a witness to the Holocaust, he discovers something that will forever change his perspective on his home in the US, and on the world. Featuring Museum educator Lynn Williams. Please be advised: This podcast contains stories that listeners may find disturbing. Listen with caution. View Episode Transcript Thank you for listening. What did you think of the show? Take a quick survey, send your comments via email to podcast@ushmm.org.