From the Farm to Front - A Young Soldier's Story of Courage at the Battle of the Bulge (Part One of Three)

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You're about to embark on a memorable journey through time, as we sit down with my Uncle Alphonse Wolak to share his unforgettable experiences serving in the now famous Eighth Air Force during World War II. From the moment he enlisted at Fort Snelling at 18 years old, to flying harrowing missions over Germany and Belgium, Alphonse's stories paint a vivid picture of bravery, sacrifice, and loss. As a left side gunner on the B-24 Liberator, every mission was a testament to the fortitude and dedication of young soldiers to our country. His descriptive tales from the front are sure to leave you on the edge of your seat.
Alphonse's stories give us a rare glimpse into the humanity amidst the chaos and loss of war. Like his ten-day leave in Glascow, Scotland, when he found a brief respite from the war in the warmth of a local family and the comfort of a pub - reminding us that even amidst war, the human spirit endures. So, brace yourselves for a journey back in time as we honor our veterans and the sacrifices they've made. Alphonse's first-hand accounts from World War II will captivate, inform, and inspire.
This is part one of a three part series.

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1. From the Farm to Front - A Young Soldier's Story of Courage at the Battle of the Bulge (Part One of Three) (00:00:00)

2. Intro to the Episode (00:00:49)

3. Get to Know Alphonse Wolak (00:02:20)

4. Experiences and Reflections of Bomber Missions (00:12:47)

5. On Furlough to Glascow Scotland (00:17:02)

6. Ninth Mission and Fighters Hit Us (00:23:01)

7. Art From the Heart (00:25:17)

8. Parachutes and Jumping Out of Airplanes (00:25:50)

9. Honoring Veterans and Sharing Stories (00:29:30)

10. Thank You Veterans (00:29:48)