My dad loved
to tell his stories of being in World War II and he did have many dramatic
tales, especially of having saved lives and delivering a Japanese POW’s letter
to his parents in Tokyo, a major act of kindness involving much risk. I really
wish I had recorded these but I carry dad’s stories and share them his honor.
Our elders, in particular, have much to share and life lessons we could all
learn from.
The Library of Congress is gathering these by sending out
volunteers to video record in the Veteran’s History Project, loc.gov.vets. To
me, one of the most special aspects of this oral history project is that it is
not only the “Greatest Generation,” but also even young people coming back from
Iraq and Afghanistan whose stories are equally precious and just as important.
I think we are learning that every generation has true greatness.
How to Participate in the Project
Participant Resources
A participant may be a veteran, an interviewer, or person donating a veteran’s collection (learn more about what we collect). Students in the 10th grade and above may also participate and there are special resources for educators and students.
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