Random History

Castle Itter and Mary Walker


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In this episode, we will discuss a World War II battle which took place in the final days of the

war. It found units of the US Army teaming up with members of the German Wehrmarcht,

Austrian Resistance, and a handful of French prisoners of war, to defeat a Nazi SS unit.

In our True Heroes segment, I will introduce you to Mary Walker, the only female recipient of the

Medal of Honor. Her’s is a story of dedication, tenacity, and service to her country, at a time

when women were expected to stay home and raise a family. Her work saved countless Union

and Confederate soldiers’ lives.

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Random HistoryBy Argos101