| Nebraska POW Camps: A History of World War II Prisoners in the Heartland Contributor(s): Marsh, Melissa Amateis (Author) |
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ISBN: 1540223272 ISBN-13: 9781540223272 Publisher: History Press Library Editions OUR PRICE: $28.79 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: April 2014 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - History | United States - 20th Century - History | United States - State & Local - Midwest(ia,il,in,ks,mi,mn,mo,nd,ne,oh,sd,wi - History | Military - World War Ii |
| Physical Information: 0.44" H x 6" W x 9" (0.90 lbs) 178 pages |
| Themes: - Chronological Period - 20th Century - Chronological Period - 1940's |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: During World War II, thousands of Axis prisoners of war were held throughout Nebraska in base camps that included Fort Robinson, Camp Scottsbluff and Camp Atlanta. Many Nebraskans did not view the POWs as "evil Nazis." To them, they were ordinary men and very human. And while their stay was not entirely free from conflict, many former captives returned to the Cornhusker State to begin new lives after the cessation of hostilities. Drawing on first-person accounts from soldiers, former POWs and Nebraska residents, as well as archival research, Melissa Marsh delves into the neglected history of Nebraska's POW camps. |
Contributor Bio(s): Marsh, Melissa Amateis: - Melissa Amateis Marsh was born and raised in Bridgeport, Nebraska, and is a lifelong Nebraska resident. She holds a BA in history with a minor in English from Chadron State College and an MA in history from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Marsh is an editorial assistant at UNL's Center for Great Plains Studies in Lincoln. She is also a historical novelist and freelance writer. Marsh lives in Lincoln with her daughter. |