On this day in 1945, American soldier Edward Slovik was shot to death for deserting his post.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

On this day in 1945, American soldier Edward Slovik was shot to death for deserting his post. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this day in 1945, American soldier Edward Slovik was shot to death for deserting his post.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="noopener noreferrer">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Private Eddie Slovik is executed for desertion - January 31st, 1945

From the desk of “Stuff You Missed in History Class,” “This Day in History Class” quickly recounts a tidbit from today’s events in history.

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Private Eddie Slovik is executed for desertion - January 31st, 1945

Private Eddie Slovik is executed for desertion - January 31st, 1945