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The Shows (Feature 1307.311)
Algona Nativity Scene


Algona, Iowa during World War II was the site of a German prisoner of war camp. While being held captive prisoners at the camp created a large nativity scene which was left to the town as a gift. Living in Iowa travels to this one-of-a-kind tourist destination that is only open during the Christmas season.






Algona Nativity Scene
pictures { Click to view the full image
 
links { TRACES - Stories of WWII from Iowa and Germany


Algona POW Camp History