Stories of Liberation

Summary:

Two World War II veterans recall memories of serving on the front lines, and helping to liberate two concentration camps.

Timely on:

May: Memorial Day

Tones:

Contemplative, Engaging, Personal

Language:

English

Description:

This year marks the 60th Anniversary of the end of World War II and the liberation of the concentration camps. An estimated 1000 veterans from World War II pass away each day, and many of them were reticent to talk about the war throughout much of their lives. Decorated Upstate New York veterans Bob Albro and Al Tarbell [Tar-'bell]recently began sharing their experiences during the war, including helping to liberate two concentration camps. Sixty years ago, both men were in the Anzio Beachhead invasion in Italy. They also both served for years on the front lines without sustaining any major wounds. Currently, the two men live only miles apart, near Syraucse, New York.

Here, is an audio snapshot of their lives abroad.

Runs: 10min 20sec with 50sec music bed at end

Music: Herbie Mannie, "Eastern European Roots"

Suggested Outro:

Bob Albro and Al Tarbell received the Bronze Star, and numerous other medals. They were both honored in their hometown of Syracuse, New York during Holocaust Remembrance Week (May 1-7 2005), for their service in helping to liberate the Dachau and Wobblein concentration camps.

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