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Almabtrieb – Cow Parade Celebrated during September – October

The Almabtrieb (German language literally: drive from the mountain pasture) is an annual event in the alpine regions in Europe, referring to the cows returning to their valley homes for the winter months. During summer, all over the alpine regions cow herds feed on alpine pastures (Almen or Alpen) high up in the mountains (a…

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The Meaning of “Volksgemeinschaft”

Volksgemeinschaft is a German-language expression meaning “people’s community.” This expression originally became popular during World War I as Germans rallied in support of the war.  It appeals to the idea of uniting people across class divides to achieve a national purpose.

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D-Day Conneaut, Ohio – August 2014

Words alone cannot convey the gratitude and appreciation I have for this spectacular event.  The organizers of D-Day Conneaut, Ohio have far surpassed everyone’s expectations for this phenomenal annual event.  This year the organizers of D-Day Conneaut hosted 113 WWII veterans.  Over 1250 re-enactors participated with more than 30,000 spectators.  Their gigantic 100+ local volunteers…

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D-Day Conneaut, Ohio – August 22-23,2014 – WWII Re-enactment and Book Signing Event

**** D-Day Conneaut, Ohio – August 22-23,2014 – WWII Re-enactment and Book Signing Event ****  Join over 1550 WWII re-enactors and over 35,000 spectators at this spectacular D-Day Event in Conneaut, Ohio!  Meet author Cynthia A. Sandor at the German PX in the Occupied France Zone. She will be autographing her book “Through Innocent Eyes…

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Deanna Spingola interview with Cynthia Sandor – Part I

Deanna Spingola interview with Cynthia Sandor – Part I Never before seen photos of the girls in Landjahr Lager – Seidorf.  Ms. Sandor discusses her book “Through Innocent Eyes – The Chosen Girls of the Hitler Youth” with Deanna Spingola.

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Inside the Hitler Youth Camps – Landjahr Lager Journal Goes Up for Auction

Inside the Hitler Youth Camps The article in the Daily Mail – UK web site tells of a fascinating story about 15 year old Friedhelm Huhn’s time in Landjahr Lager during 1938.  The article goes on to talk about the ‘chilling’ photographs that show how teenagers in Germany were brainwashed into supporting the fascist cause…

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January 2014 – Military Events

January 5, 2014, Illinois: Glendale Heights Militaria Show Location: The Ramada Inn and Suites, 780 E. North Ave.(Rt.64 1/2 mile West of I-355) Glendale Heights, IL 60139Details: Show hours are 8am to 1pm. Admission is $5.00. Exhibitor Table Pricing For 8′ Tables $40Contact: Jeff Stone, phone: 708-558-0587, email: chgomilitaryshow@aol.comWebsite: http://www.militarypromotions.info/ January 17 – 19, 2014,…

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February 2014 – Military Events

All information taken from other sites.  Please check with event organizer prior to event. February 7 – 9, 2014, Belleview, Florida – Author Book Signing! The Southern Outpost Military Vehicle Winter Rally and Swap Meet, sponsored by the First Florida Chapter, MVPA and the Market of Marion.   Location:  Behind the Market of Marion 12888 S.E.…

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March 2014 – Military Events

All information has been taken from other sites.  Please check with the events organizer prior to event.   March 8, 2014 – Devil Dog Military Depot & Gunn Hwy Flea Market – THE 7th ANNUAL LIVING HISTORY MILITARY SHOW & SWAP MEET Free Military Vehicle Display with Trophies Military Collectables and antiques for sale Fee:…

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