The Black Suitcase Mystery: A World War II Remembrance, by Gail Elliott Downs
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Step back in time to the 1940s and delve into a World War II Mystery involving B-24 Liberator bombers, the men who flew them, and the women who waited for their safe return. This is a tragic yet triumphant tale of how a team of youthful detectives pieced together a story of young love. Separated by war — reunited by death. ------------------ “Learning about those times and deeds [World War II] must be more than accidental. Fortunately, many of our fellow Americans understand that. Gail Thomas [now Downs] of Brentwood, Missouri is one of them.” — President Bill Clinton, “Remarks at a Memorial Day Ceremony in Arlington, Virginia” on May 30, 1994 “Mrs. Thomas and the fifth-grade students at Mark Twain Elementary serve as models for others to follow in developing and encouraging innovative projects for our children’s education.” — Missouri Senator “Kit” Bond in his remarks for the Congressional Record on May 19, 1992 Were you an Alabama teacher, you would be my nominee to receive the first award [for teaching history]—and I’m sure you would win! — Colonel Robert J. Jakeman, United States Air Force Historical Research Agency and Auburn University Asst. Professor “You have shared so beautifully the benefits of your interests and ideas. This is an outstanding project.” — Dr. Shirley Crenshaw, Professor at Webster University, St. Louis, Missouri “What an incredible story! The letters are fascinating!! How extraordinary that you have been able to bring that time alive again through your dad’s cousin’s life and experiences.” — Helene Willis, Instructor at Lindenwood University, St. Charles, Missouri “The Black Suitcase Mystery is like a social studies lesson going back to the past.” — Veronica Ramirez, Fifth-grade student, 1992 “It’s like we’re living a novel.” — Joe Sparks, Fifth-grade student, 1995
The Black Suitcase Mystery: A World War II Remembrance, by Gail Elliott Downs- Amazon Sales Rank: #1503859 in eBooks
- Published on: 2015-05-28
- Released on: 2015-05-28
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About the Author Gail Elliott (Thomas) Downs is a retired elementary school educator with thirty-seven years’ experience as a classroom teacher, reading specialist and school librarian. She grew up in an Army family and became an Army wife, but had little knowledge of the 15th Army Air Corps activity during World War II. As the Black Suitcase Mystery project unfolded, Gail learned, right along with her fifth-grade students, about World War II aviation and the missions flown by B-24 Liberator bomber crews. Gail currently resides on the Oregon Coast and is available to give presentations about the Black Suitcase Mystery. Contact may be made by emailing Gail at: blacksuitcasemystery@gmail.com.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. A Must-Read By Beverly Shiffer Unbelievable story. This book was not only historically mesmerizing but was also a fascinating example showing the reader that one person's tenacity can make a huge dream come true for many. Thank you Gail for your four years of teaching about WWII and keeping it alive. As the one letter shared, time is trying to distort the realities of what our men did for us. These letters personally tell it like it really was. This story has so many facets that it was hard to put the book down. I have had the privilege of seeing Gail's presentation in person. This book paints a brilliant picture of the importance of keeping history alive and sharing it not only with children but experiencing it with those brave men who lived it. We tend to take our freedom for granted but this book has brought a new dimension to the saying that "freedom is not free". Thank you for sharing with us the "Black Suitcase Mystery".l
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. This is an easy and fun read about a very important project involving ... By cynthia moody parnell This is an easy and fun read about a very important project involving schoolchildren, veterans, a genealogy mystery, and a U.S. President! The best part is that it is true! Find a cozy chair and enjoy this feel-good story.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. The Black Suitcase Mystery “started out as a ‘hands on’ ... By Rosemary D. Petruso The Black Suitcase Mystery “started out as a ‘hands on’ genealogy project, but quickly escalated to a ‘heart on’ experience for all involved” from 5th graders to adults thanks to school librarian, Gail Elliot Downs. My husband and I met Gail as she was just beginning her research into the letters of the Black Suitcase. My husband helped her understand the military terminology within the letters, as well as the WW II experiences of her dad’s cousin, George Elliot Rich. Gail learned about the name of the B-24 Liberator, Purple Shaft, to riding in our 1943 half-track, Thumper. Her year by year format of research, teaching, and celebrating still allows all from 5th graders to adults to be a nation who understands, remembers, and gives thanks for our freedoms. Rosemary Petruso and Tony Petruso, Overlord Military Collectables
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