Remembering the Blissfield 16

About this episode

This episode recounts the tragic events surrounding German prisoners of war in Blissfield, Michigan during World War II.

This episode delves into the harrowing narrative of German prisoners of war during World War II, who were working the sugar beat fields in Blissfield, Michigan. It recounts the tragic events surrounding a fatal accident that claimed the lives of several prisoners, highlighting their experiences and the aftermath of their untimely deaths. ___________________________ Produced by Michigan History Magazine

Topics covered

• German prisoners of war
• World War II
• Blissfield Michigan
• sugar beet fields
• fatal accident
• historical narrative

Keywords

• Blissfield
• German prisoners of war
• World War II
• sugar beet fields
• fatal accident
• history

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Blissfield

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