WW-I and Armistice Day

Summary:

A look at World War One and the day that ultimately became Veterans Day.

Tones:

Inspiring, NPR NewsMagazine-y, Thoughtful

Language:

English

Description:

Veterans Day was originally Armistice Day, the day that World War I was to come to an end. Many people are not aware of that connection.

This piece looks at one veteran's experiences during the war. He describes the horrible conditions and carnage seen by the troops. The huge death toll (117-thousand American soldiers and sailors dead)is hard to fathom. Too often World War I and its veterans have been overshadowed by the World War II generation. However, in many ways those who fought in the First World War endured a more brutal conflict.

This is the first this piece has aired in this form. This length should fit nicely into a Morning Edition c-segment or as an ATC insert.

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