On today’s Stool Pigeon Saturday, Anthony interviews Steve North, Old Idaho Penitentiary Volunteer and Commander of the Boise Chapter of the Forty and Eight. Steve dives into the captivating history of the Merci Train Boxcar, a symbol of gratitude from France to the United States after World War II. He shares insights about the enduring friendship between the two nations and the incredible stories of generosity and connection that emerged in the aftermath of war.

For more information, pick up Boxcar Diplomacy by Jane Sweetland:

https://store.history.idaho.gov/GiftShopItem.aspx?I=1526

Steve North's Captivating Conversation:

https://youtu.be/kXa2hL_w9fw

Jane Sweetland's Captivating Conversation:

https://youtu.be/DhJmBsOO7y8

http://mercitrain.org/

https://www.fortyandeight.org

Oral History:

Truman, Harry S. "President Truman's Radio and Television Address Concluding a Program by the Citizens Food Committee." Delivered from the White House, Washington, D.C., October 5, 1947. National Archives Identifier (NAID) 325599790.

News coverage clip provided by Jane Sweetland.