World War II was a dramatic experience for all of America. People served in the military, worked in the factories building weapons and war materials, sacrificed with rations, etc. It was a tremendous team effort with everyone pulling in the same direction. The people of this time never had a doubt that they would win. When asked if they ever thought that they would lose their answer was a short and sweet “never.” Most of the soldiers were young. They came out of the depression. Many of them were hardened from the realities of poverty. They fought against tough German and Japanese armies and persevered. When they came home, they did not talk much about the horrors that they witnessed.
Johanna Schoenberger of Sabal Springs had six uncles who served in the military in WWII. Two served in the Navy on submarines, one in the Army-Air Force as a bombardier (he was killed), one in Europe as a tank operator, two in the Pacific in the Army. All of the people in this effort were part of America’s greatest generation. What they accomplished in four short years was truly amazing.
The National World War II Museum commemorates the efforts of these people. This is the museum’s description as it appears on the website: “Designated by Congress as the official WWII museum of the United States. The National WWII Museum is in downtown New Orleans on a six-acre campus, where five soaring pavilions house historical exhibits, on-site restoration work, a period dinner theater, and restaurants. The museum tells the story of the American Experience in the war that changed the world – why it was fought, how it was won, and what it means today – so all generations will understand the price of freedom and be inspired by what they learn. Housed in four buildings, each arranged around central themes of the war, museum exhibits offer visitors an opportunity to experience the war through the eyes of men and women who lived it. Interactive features, oral histories, and personal vignettes add a meaningful perspective.”
Contact information for the Museum:
The National WWII Museum
945 Magazine Street
New Orleans, LA 70130
Phone: (504) 528-1944 Website: http://www.nationalww2museum.org
VETERANS DAY – THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE
Originally known as Armistice Day, Veterans Day marks the end of World War I, which formally ended at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918, when the Armistice with Germany went into effect. Veterans Day is a federal holiday observed each year on November 11, to honor military veterans of the United States Armed Forces – both living and deceased but is primarily a celebration of living veterans.
To honor our Sabal Springs Veterans, a group photo was taken in front of the Clubhouse last month. We are humbled to salute the following residents who served our country with honor.
