EPISODE 991 - The Freedom Train

Beyond 50 Radio Show

For Beyond 50's "History" talks, listen to an interview with Gerry and Janet Souter. They'll talk about a time after World War II when more than five million workers enlisted in labor strikes across America. The constant fear of Communist infiltration dominated the headlines. Displaced persons fleeing war-torn Europe poured into the country. Overseeing the chaos was a president nobody elected, coupled with a bitter, divisive Congress—mirroring the situation we find ourselves in today: in search of unity, civility and pride in our global example to the world. Then, in 1947, that “shot in the arm” arrived, a phenomenon called the “Freedom Train” to reignite citizens’ faith in their country. They assembled 130 priceless ORIGINAL documents including the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, The Mayflower Compact, The Northwest Ordinance, letters from Jefferson, Washington and Hamilton and the Emancipation Proclamation guarded by United States Marines. From 1947 through 1948, millions of citizens walked through this train and participated in the celebration of its arrival that helped revive America’s spirit and self-confidence. Tune in to Beyond 50: America's Variety Talk Radio Show on the natural, holistic, green and sustainable lifestyle. Visit https://www.Beyond50Radio.com and sign up for our Exclusive Updates.