Episode 301: Remember Us: American Sacrifice, Dutch Freedom, and a Forever Promise Forged in World War II with author Robert Edsel
Episode 301
Sunday, May 10, 2026
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This week on History Happy Hour: Chris and Rick welcome Robert Edsel, author of the book “Monuments Men,” to talk about his latest book “Remember Us: American Sacrifice, Dutch Freedom, and a Forever Promise Forged in World War II.”
We’ll talk about the occupation and liberation of the Netherlands, as well as the extraordinary, 80-year commitment of Dutch citizens to adopt and maintain the graves of American soldiers.
Robert M. Edsel is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of four non-fiction books including Rescuing da Vinci, Saving Italy, and The Monuments Men, which served as the basis for Academy Award recipient George Clooney’s 2014 film of the same title. He is also Founder and Chairman of the nonprofit Monuments Men and Women Foundation.