The Ritchie Boys: Secret Heroes
11 AM
to 5 PM
211 North Record Street , Suite 100 , Dallas, TX
Age Limit
N/A
$6 - $8
Start date: Monday, June 18, 2012
End Date: Monday, August 27, 2012
The Ritchie Boys were a group of young, mostly Jewish, mostly German and Austrian boys who had immigrated to the United States. They were drafted into the United States Army, often after first being rejected as “enemy aliens,” and were trained at Camp Ritchie, the Military Intelligence Training Center, in Maryland.
They were there because they knew German language, culture, and mentality better than most American-born soldiers. Their existence was a well-kept secret and, to this day, the exploits and strategic importance of the Ritchie Boys is virtually unknown. This is the first exhibit telling the tales of these brave newcomers to America and how their willingness to join the fight against their homelands helped save the world from the scourge of Nazi terror.
The Ritchie Boys became a decisive weapon for the Allies, assigned mostly throughout the European Theater. Some entered Europe before D-Day (June 6, 1944). They became a primary source of intelligence about German troops, weaponry, equipment, and strategic plans.
Information submitted by a Pegnews.com user
Sorry, this event ended on Aug. 27, 2012.
Nearby stories
- Looking for dinner and a game of bocce? Try Samar by Stephan Pyles
- Creepy rendering of Big Tex shows he's almost ready for the State Fair
- Photos: Dallas Heritage Village Charleston'd its way through history on Saturday
- First look: Read Contemporary shows obscure work by emerging Aboriginal artists
- Photos: Design District's artsy new vino retailer, The Wine Poste, opened grandly on Saturday
Related events
Latest Contests
Latest comments...
Bike the Santa Fe Trail to these 10 landmarks and eateries
Paisano Restaurant is nearly on the trail. Their front door is about 100 feet from the trail where i
Lone Star Youth Orchestra Auditions
Due to some scheduling conflicts; June 1st auditions will be held at
4322 North Beltline Rd Irving
Dallas Beer Kitchen promises "rare, hard to find" brews on Lowest Greenville
Will their license allow for growler fills?
What do you think?