Our WWII Dad
Our WWII Dad shares the true story of PFC Louis Cangilla, told by Emmy® winner Chris Cangilla and his brother Ken. Follow his journey from Pittsburgh to Europe, through Aachen and the Battle of the Bulge. Hear stories from other WWII families, including the son of an Oscar® winner, plus episodes from the National WWII Museum and key WWII sites. Perfect for history fans and legacy lovers.. Follow the show so you never miss an episode. Share with someone who loves WWII history. Leave us a rating or review— it helps more people discover the show preserve the voices of the Greatest Generation.
Episodes
Some soldiers come home with stories they never want to tell—until they can’t keep them in any longer.In this episode of Our WWII Dad, we sit down with Mikke Pierson—former mayor of Malibu, volunteer firefighter, and proud son of Frank Pierson.Frank wasn’t a war hero. He was a dedicated young soldier who led dangerous patrols behind enemy lines in the Pacific. One moment during the war stayed with him for life... and changed how he...
A simple prayer card. A hidden war story. And a powerful connection we never expected. During our two-day visit to the National WWII Museum in New Orleans, we found a prayer card just like the one our dad carried during the war—the very card that unlocked his untold story. What else did we uncover? What moved us? What left us with even more questions? Episode Highlights: Exploring the vast museum campus (00:02:59), Day 1 - Louisian...
Description: Brothers Chris and Ken Cangilla continue their deep dive into the extraordinary legacy of Captain Dr. Raymond Minge of the 99th Infantry Battalion (separate), a WWII unit with a remarkable story. Joined by Dr. Minge's son, David (a former U.S. Congressman), and grandson, Olaf, they discuss how their father and grandfather served alongside Chris and Ken’s father, Louis T. Cangilla, in Company C.
This special episode cov...
As they commemorate the 80th Anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge, brothers Chris and Ken Cangillahonor their father’s WWII service and explore the remarkable legacy of Captain Dr. Raymond Minge, a medic with the 99th Infantry Battalion (separate). This special episode marks the first time Chris and Ken are joined by both a son and grandson of a WWII veteran: former U.S. Congressman David Minge and Olaf Minge, editor of The Vikin...
In Episode 8 of Our WWII Dad, brothers Chris and Ken Cangilla dive into WWII history with a focus on Southern California WWII sites and personal stories from the war. Joined by special guest Pat Pattison of Pat Pattison’s Best of California, they uncover fascinating WWII connections across California, from the Tustin Blimp Hangars to the Battle of Los Angeles.
In this episode, Chris and Pat share insights from Chris’s journey throug...
Brothers Chris Cangilla and Ken Cangilla present episode seven of the acclaimed podcast, Our WWII Dad. The podcast outlines what they have learned about their father's time in World War II as a replacement soldier in "C" Company of the 99th Infantry Battalion (Separate) also known as The Viking Battalion. In this episode, Chris and Ken discuss Their Trip to Minneapolis/Saint Paul (2:14), The WWII Memorial and The USS Ward Gun - Sai...
Brothers Chris Cangilla and Ken Cangilla present episode six of the acclaimed podcast, Our WWII Dad. The podcast traces what they have learned about their father's time in World War II. In this special, Veterans episode, Chris and Ken discuss the Colorado Trip (1:46), Visiting Fort Logan National Cemetery (2:10), Other WWII Veteran's Stories (3:26), Louis Scattarelli - US Navy (3:50), Wilbur P. Ball - US Army (7:05), Woody Martin -...
Brothers Chris Cangilla and Ken Cangilla close out their limited series podcast, Our WWII Dad. The podcast traces what they have learned about their father's time in World War II. In this episode titled, A New Life, Chris and Ken discuss What Sticks With Us The Most (:48), Dad's Eisenhower Jacket, Patches & Medals (8:10), Dad's Post War Single Life (13:20), Our WWII Mom Talks About Their Post War Lives (17:22), The 1950s (35:07...
Brothers Chris Cangilla and Ken Cangilla present episode four of the limited series podcast, Our WWII Dad. The podcast traces what they have learned about their father's time in World War II. In this episode titled, A New Year & New Hope, Chris and Ken discuss The Battle of The Bulge Recap (:36), Rte de Waimes, Malmedy (1:19), Brothers' Chance Meetings (2:50), Uncle Marcy Loads "Fat Man" (7:56), The Prayer Card (12:17), Trucked...
Brothers Chris Cangilla and Ken Cangilla present episode three of the limited series podcast, Our WWII Dad. The podcast traces what they have learned about their father's time in World War II. In this episode titled, Rest & Rampage, Chris and Ken discuss their Dad's Night at St. Marien (1:57), Henri-Chapelle (4:19), Tilff, Belgium (4:40), 32 Quai de l'Ourthe (7:38), Rest in Tilff? (10:49), Move Out to Malmedy, Belgium (13:41), ...
Brothers Chris Cangilla and Ken Cangilla present episode two of the limited series podcast, Our WWII Dad. The podcast traces what they have learned about their father's time in World War II. In this episode titled, Boots on The Ground, Chris and Ken discuss Our WWII Dad Becoming A Replacement (3:19), The 99th Infantry Battalion (Separate) origins, (3:54), Captain Hanson (7:05), Camp Hale, Colorado (7:26), Replacements Arrive ...
Brothers Chris Cangilla and Ken Cangilla present episode one of the limited series podcast, Our WWII Dad. The podcast traces what they have learned about their father's time in World War II. In this episode titled, Home, Chris and Ken discuss The Beginning of WWII's Timeline (2:49), Dad's High School Years, (5:00), Our WWII Mom's Interview (6:24), Mom's Life Pre-War (7:05), Getting Information About the War (9:51), Supporting the W...
Brothers Chris Cangilla and Ken Cangilla introduce themselves and describe what the new, limited series podcast is all about. Our WWII Dad traces what they have learned about their father's time in World War II. After years of research and recently returning from six weeks in Europe, Ken shares what he has discovered about their dad as his brother, Chris helps guide viewers and listeners through the journey.
Brothers Chris Cangilla and Ken Cangilla present the compilation retrospective episode of the acclaimed podcast, Our WWII Dad. The podcast outlines what they have learned about their father's time in World War II as a replacement soldier in "C" Company of the 99th Infantry Battalion (Separate) in Europe. This special features Ken's trip to Europe, where he retraced their dad's footsteps with then-and-now photos. They interview thei...
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