Pittsburgh Remembers World War II
Pittsburgh Remembers World War II by Joseph Francis Rishel, published by History Press in 2011, offers a detailed account of Pittsburgh’s contributions during the Second World War. This edition, written in English and spanning 158 pages, compiles the memories of seventeen residents who experienced the war years firsthand, highlighting both the sacrifices made on the battlefields and the efforts on the homefront.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of personal narratives, from GIs serving overseas to the Rosie the Riveters who kept local industries running. The book presents stories of bravery across various combat theaters, as well as the challenges faced by families at home, including schoolchildren collecting scrap metal and the social activities that marked wartime life. Pittsburgh Remembers World War II captures the city’s resilience and patriotism during a pivotal time in history.
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Enormous sacrifice on the battlefields and tireless effort on the homefront– Pittsburgh answered the call to duty after the news of Pearl Harbor hit local airwaves that infamous afternoon. With its high enlistment rates and booming war industries, the city was instrumental in the Allied victory. Duquesne University professor Joseph F. Rishel has compiled the memories of seventeen residents who lived through the war years, from GIs serving overseas to real-life Rosie the Riveters who kept the mills and factories in operation. From stories of daring in all theaters of combat and hardships at home to recollections of schoolchildren collecting scrap metal, USO dances and wartime sweethearts, Pittsburgh Remembers World War II celebrates the city’s perseverance and patriotism.
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