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The Soldier Who Stared Down a Nazi Officer—and Saved 200 Lives
Season 1
Episode 391
Published 3 weeks, 4 days ago
Description
After being captured at the Battle of the Bulge, Master Sergeant Roddie Edmonds unexpectedly became the commanding officer of 1,200 American POWs. The Nazis demanded that he present the Jewish American soldiers to them and his heroic response risked his own life—and ultimately saved over 200 Jewish lives! The newly announced Medal of Honor recipient will teach you what real moral courage looks like.
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