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Dear Heartland: An Unexpected Phone Call

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Today we’re bringing you more from our community project Dear Heartland with a story from a woman named “Challie.” She grew up in Claryville, Mo. during a time when millions of American soldiers were sent overseas to fight during World War II. Challie tells Dear Heartland how her family was affected by it.

 

KRCU's community project Dear Heartland shares your stories about life in southeast Missouri.

 

 

 

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