WWII Music
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Lili Marlene
1. Why do you think both Allied and Axis soldiers appreciated this song?
2. How do you think this song made the soldiers feel?
3. Some people believe that this song was based on a real person named Lili Marlene. Does it matter if Lili Marlene really existed?
The White Cliffs of Dover
1. In what country are the white cliffs of Dover?
2. What is the name and the abbreviation of the British Air Force?
3. What is the name of the German Air Force?
4. What might Operation Pied Piper have to do with the following lyrics from the song, “and Jimmy will go to sleep in his own little room again”? Explain
5. Why do you think this was a very popular song during WWII, especially for the British soldiers?
I'll Be Seeing You
1. Why do you think family members appreciated this song? Explain
2. If you had a brother or sister stationed in another country, name two places that would hold a special memory with your brother/sister? Why are these places so special to you?
Praise the Lord and Pass the Ammunition
1. What is the song about and why do you think it was motivational or uplifting?
2. What other thoughts or comments would you like to make about the song?
Coming in on a Wing and a Prayer
1. What is the song about and why do you think it was motivational or uplifting?
2. What other thoughts or comments would you like to make about the song?
Panzerlied
1. Why do you think this song was uplifting to the soldiers of the German tank units?
2. The two German commanders exchange words. One said, “They are only boys…do they know what is expected of them?” The other commander replies, “They are ready to die for you…can you ask more?” The current age to join the service without parental consent is 18. Do you think this is too young? Why or why not?
3. What are your thoughts about women being allowed in the military?
OOLA
1. What are some of your thoughts about the song?
2. The song is about a Norwegian soldier in the 10th Mtn. Div. What do you think would be some advantages of having soldiers from different ethnic backgrounds being together?
Climb to Glory
1. What words of the lyrics seem to make reference to the WWII 10th Mountain Division? Explain your answer.
2. Every branch of the military has its own song. Why do you think these songs are so important for the soldiers to know?
3. You probably have a number of songs that you enjoy listening to. What is the name of one of your favorite songs, who sings it and why is it one of your favorite songs?
FINAL COMMENTS - We hope that by completing this activity you have learned something new about the songs of WWII and about the songs familiar with the soldiers of the 10th Mountain Division. Please write some of your thoughts and comments in completing this activity.
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