When bishops from Poland and Germany gather to commemorate one of Europe’s most famous acts of reconciliation, discussion will focus on its historic significance and continued meaning for the present.
Polish, German bishops remember ‘great act of forgiveness’ that happened 20 years after WWII
Filipino American Catholic who escaped Bataan Death March lived a full life
U.S. Navy veteran served 20 years in the service, followed by 20 years working for the U.S. Postal Service, while marrying and raising three children to be Catholics every bit as devout as their father.
Memories still vivid 75 years after end of WWII; veterans recall their service
Catholic families in the Diocese of Nashville were affected by World War II like every family in the country.
Good films about the ‘Good War’: A viewer’s guide to WWII movies
In the 75 years since its conclusion, the Second World War has been the subject of innumerable films of widely varied worth.
German church leaders recall end of WWII, urge commitment to peace
Christian churches in Germany issued a call for a commitment to work for peace marking the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II.
Polish historian questions German researcher’s claims about wartime pope
Polish historian has questioned claims by German researchers that newly opened Vatican archives contain information damning the role played by Pope Pius XII during World War II.
Book of letters sheds light on life of young tuberculosis patient
More than 300 letters written by a young tuberculosis patient to her parents during World War II gave historian Mary Krugerud a story had value “as a candid memoir and an educational human interest story.”