by Mari K Eder | Jun 3, 2025 | Newsletters
June 1945 ushered in a sudden adjustment to the concept of peace. Major Charity Adams and the 855 soldiers in her unit, the 6888 Central Postal Directory Battalion, were all contemplating a return home to America and to civilian life. There were still challenges for,... 
by Mari K Eder | May 8, 2025 | Newsletters
On May 8th, 1945, the war ended in Europe. While people were dancing in the street in Times Square, New York City Policewoman Mae Foley was on her way downtown. She’d taken the 7 train into Midtown from Queens that morning but didn’t realize she wouldn’t be able to...