Stories Behind the Stars Project Overview

Don Milne introduces the Stories Behind the Stars project, aiming to write stories for all 421,000 U.S. World War II fallen by September 2, 2025. The project requires 2,000-3,000 volunteers to write 500-1,000 word obituaries. Volunteers can use platforms like Together We Served or Fold3 to submit stories. Training is available through Star Cores Boot Camp. The video outlines the first story assignment process and encourages participation.

What is the primary goal of the Stories Behind the Stars project?

• To publish a book on World War II history

• To create a documentary about World War II

• To tell the stories of all 421,000 U.S. World War II fallen

• To build a memorial for World War II soldiers

What does the gold star on a service flag represent?

• A family member has retired from service

• A family member has died in service

• A family member has been promoted

• A family member is serving in the military

What kind of backgrounds do volunteers for the project have?

• A variety of backgrounds including genealogy and history

• Only journalism backgrounds

• Only historical research backgrounds

• Only military backgrounds

What is the purpose of the Star Cores Boot Camp?

• To train volunteers in military tactics

• To provide historical research materials

• To teach volunteers how to write obituaries

• To organize volunteer meetings

Which platform is recommended for beginners to use for their first story?

• Neither platform

• Both platforms equally

• Fold3

• Together We Served

What is the main advantage of using Fold3 over Together We Served?

• It is more popular

• It is simpler to use

• It has more features

• It is free to use

What is the first step in writing a story for the project?

• Writing the story

• Researching the crewmate's story

• Saving the story

• Reviewing the story

How long is it estimated to take to write the first story?

• A week

• Two to three hours

• A full day

• Less than an hour

What is the ultimate impact of writing these stories?

• They will be published in a book

• They will be archived in a library

• They will be used in a documentary

• They will be accessible via a smartphone app at memorials

By when does the project aim to have all stories completed?

• July 4, 2025

• September 2, 2025

• November 11, 2025

• December 31, 2024