Burgess Library: Victory in Europe at 80: Commemorating Peace and Remembrance: Websites

Websites with Videos, Photos, and More Information

The Courage to Deliver: The Women of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion
The website shares stories, narratives, and historical information, often highlighting diverse experiences and cultural traditions. It covers a wide range of topics related to American folklife, history, and the experiences of veterans, including African American women veterans of World War II.
Liberator Sgt. Thomas Sweeney, 71st Infantry Division
Sgt. Thomas Sweeney, 71st Infantry Division, was one of the many American medics and liberators who found themselves woefully underprepared in rendering aid to survivors of Nazi atrocities.
City of Greer honors Clemson alumnus who helped liberate Nazi concentration camp
Clemson alumnus Horace Berry, a WWII veteran, was honored by the City of Greer for his role in liberating the Gunskirchen Nazi concentration camp. His story highlights the courage of soldiers and the importance of remembering the Holocaust. The article also mentions the Butterfly Project, honoring child victims.
Gunskirchen-Lager Concentration Camp
Content Warning: Video footage of the liberation of Gunskirchen
William McBurney
William McBurney fought in the Battle of the Bulge as a member of the U.S. 761st Tank Battalion. As an African-American soldier, he endured racism and discrimination throughout his military training and career. William fought for the liberation of the European people from Nazism, but also for the liberation of the African-American people from racial injustice on the home front.
Going For Broke: The 442nd Regimental Combat Team
The 442nd Regimental Combat Team, a segregated Japanese American unit, is remembered today for its brave actions in World War II. Despite the odds, the 442nd’s actions distinguished them as the most decorated unit for its size and length of service in the history of the US military.
The 442nd Regimental Combat Team
The website discusses the 442nd Regimental Combat Team, a highly decorated Japanese-American unit in the U.S. Army during World War II, detailing their formation, training, deployment to Europe, and involvement in key campaigns.
The 442d Regimental Combat Team
This resource explores the remarkable story of the 442nd Regimental Combat Team, showcasing the bravery and contributions of this Japanese-American unit during World War II.