Volunteer leaders of North Platte s World War II Canteen received a U.S. War Department Meritorious Service Award citation in a nationwide Sunday morning NBC Radio broadcast on Dec. 19, 1943.
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It remains to be seen whether North Platte will face a major spike in housing demand from a possible beef processing plant.
Even if it does, the few folks who remember World War II might say, âHousing shortage? Well, let me tell you â¦â
After the war ended on Sept. 2, 1945, North Platte, Nebraska and the nation despaired over where to house their returning service members.
Even without a major war industry, the hometown of the World War II Canteen had to take extraordinary measures to accommodate those wanting to live here.
One was North Platteâs first trailer park, housing veterans and their families on city-leased land in shelters once part of the pursuit of the warâs greatest secret weapon.
Updated Mar 04, 2021 | 06:38 IST
National Safety Day was observed for the first time in 1972, on the foundation day of the National Safety Council. National Safety Day | Photo Credit: iStock Images
National Safety Day is observed on March 4 every year to commemorate the foundation of the National Safety Council, which aims to raise awareness about safety measures that need to be undertaken to prevent accidents and mishaps.
The objective of the day is to renew the commitment of employees and the general public to work safely and ensure the integration of a safe and sound work culture and lifestyle.
History
National Safety Day was observed for the first time in 1972, on the foundation day of the National Safety Council.