Listen "Sgt. York's Army of One"
Episode Synopsis
Since the First World War, the story of Alvin York has often been used as an example of unwavering bravery and heroism. But did you know that even in today's world of hollywood exaggerating its depiction of warfare for better effect, it still pails to York's actual actions on the Western Front in 1917? https://www.patreon.com/c/HistoryShortsPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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