Properties (64)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
Canteen
|
| gptkbp:associated_with |
gptkb:American_Red_Cross
local churches civic organizations YMCA |
| gptkbp:community_involvement |
fundraising events
|
| gptkbp:communityEvents |
annual reunions
|
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
World_War_II_history
|
| gptkbp:duration |
4 years
|
| gptkbp:established |
December 1941
|
| gptkbp:famousLandmark |
located at the site
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
North Platte Canteen
|
| gptkbp:impact |
community spirit
|
| gptkbp:inspiration |
educational programs
art installations historical reenactments community service initiatives local memorials Canteen movement similar canteens across the country |
| gptkbp:is_featured_in |
books
documentaries historical societies |
| gptkbp:legacy |
symbol_of_American_support_for_troops
|
| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:North_Platte,_Nebraska
|
| gptkbp:notable_event |
first train stop on the way to the front lines
|
| gptkbp:notable_feature |
community gatherings
cultural events music performances youth programs guided tours partnerships with schools family activities interactive displays volunteer opportunities community workshops historical photographs oral histories themed events art shows educational exhibits community stories fundraising campaigns seasonal celebrations support for veterans historical lectures collaborations with local businesses memorabilia displays decorated train cars |
| gptkbp:notableGuestStars |
gptkb:General_Dwight_D._Eisenhower
gptkb:General_George_Patton gptkb:General_Omar_Bradley |
| gptkbp:opened |
April 1946
|
| gptkbp:operates_in |
gptkb:North_Platte_Canteen_Committee
|
| gptkbp:purpose |
support_troops_during_World_War_II
|
| gptkbp:recognizes |
National_Historic_Landmark
|
| gptkbp:servedIn |
soldiers
|
| gptkbp:services |
cookies
coffee sandwiches |
| gptkbp:serviceType |
free food and drinks
|
| gptkbp:transportation |
gptkb:Union_Pacific_Railroad
|
| gptkbp:volunteers |
local residents
over 55,000 |