Extraordinary Adventures as Teenagers During WWII

George and Donna recall their teenage years as welders in Tacoma, Washington, during World War II. They describe working night shifts in shipyards, accidental trips to Libby, Montana, and adventurous travels across states on freight trains. George's enlistment in the Navy introduces him to racial tensions and violence, but with resilience and his captain's support, he navigates wartime America. Their memories reflect youthful bravery and the divided society of the 1940s. Edit credit: Alison Jacques

KEYWORDS:

• George Lavergne
• Donna Lavergne