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The Brierchat PodcastAuthor: Cam Huffman
A look at the people, places events and stories that have allowed The Greenbrier in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia, to become known as America's Resort over the past two centuries. Language: en Genres: Places & Travel, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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When America’s Resort Went to War
Episode 15
Wednesday, 1 October, 2025
Truly embodying the title of America's Resort, The Greenbrier proudly served its country during World War II in multiple capacities. It first housed "enemy alien diplomats" from Germany, Japan and Italy and then served as an Army hospital, Ashford General Hospital, caring for wounded soldiers. During this episode, The Greenbrier's historian emeritus, Dr. Bob Conte, looks back at that time and the resort's unique service.
