Stars in windows reflect war years sorrow
The piece notes blue stars in windows signifying relatives in service and gold stars for those lost. It recalls about 16 million Americans serving and nearly 300,000 lives lost before victory in 1945.
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1994
Page
9
War Effort Echoed by Home Front Activities
In World War II homes, many contributed from the start with Girl Scouts collecting old stockings to be fashioned into powder bags, reflecting widespread community participation in wartime work.
Air-raid wardens patrol streets during blackout drills
Some adults served as air-raid wardens wearing helmets and armbands. They patrolled streets during air-raid drills and warned people to close their curtains during blackouts to prevent light from guiding enemy planes.
Family WWII Memories Preserve through Audio and Video
A guide to recording and archiving family memories of World War II. Collect firsthand accounts from relatives who served on the home front or abroad. Create a lasting family album with video or audio tapes to treasure for generations.
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