500 Letters to Nana
A WWII Podcast... sort of Carson comments as Katie reads her grandmother's letters written by her love-sick husband after being drafted into the Army during WWII. The letters not only document his experiences during the war, but also tell a heart-warming story of separated lovers. Listen as our hosts deliver a fresh perspective on one of history's most significant conflicts sharing laughter, tears, and a glimpse into the lives of those who served during WWII, and those left at home.
Episodes
Episode 1: Donald gets drafted!
Welcome to 500 Letters to Nana! In this first episode, Carson and Katie discuss the day Donald received his induction orders for military service, marking the beginning of his journey to WWII. Listen as they delve into what it was like to be drafted and speculate on what it was like for Feloma to have to say goodbye.
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Episode 2: Donald arrives at Camp Adair, immediately hates it.
Donald has been selected for the US Army Infantry and has arrived at Camp Adair. Carson and Katie discuss the journey from Pennsylvania to Oregon, and how Donald is (and isn't) adjusting to military life. Also discussed is Feloma's fashion sense and her infamous alligator purse.
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Donald gets assigned to the 70th Infantry Division, the "Trailblazers," and begins pre-basic training. He is waiting, somewhat patiently, for letters from Feloma.
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Donald goes through gas training, and FINALLY gets his first letter(s) from Feloma.
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Basic training officially begins and our hosts also discuss the legendary boxer, Joe Lewis.
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Donald goes on his first of many bivouacs and falls asleep writing Feloma.
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Donald and Feloma are getting used to their new normal. Donald finally gets a radio in the barracks.
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Join us on our journey with Donald and Feloma!
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Letter from Mac, dated September 20, 1943.
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Feloma enters her showgirl era and Donald gets spicy
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Donald discusses training maneuvers and gives up his stripes. He also thanks Feloma for keeping it together when he left.
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Donald tells Feloma what "SNAFU" means and gets to see some live artillery!
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Donald admits to a bit of gambling and also tells Feloma his Captain is good looking.
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Donald discusses Army politics and blisters, and Feloma needs still more reassurance that she is the only one for him.
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Donald has started his time at the rifle range changing targets, and sends Feloma a booklet of GI issued songs.
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Donald is a muddy mess at the firing range and Feloma sends a new picture for him.
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Donald finally send Feloma his photo taken at Camp Adair.
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Donald receives letters from Jack and Feloma.
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Donald receives a new pair of shoes from Feloma and qualifies expert on his rifle.
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Donald wonders if he will ever get a day off.
Join us on our journey with Donald and Feloma!
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