Episode
Merci Boxcar Returns Home
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- Jun 18, 2026
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- 112
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Summary
A historic Merci Boxcar, gifted by France to the U.S. after WWII and once carrying WWI veterans, has returned home to Ogden, Utah, after a two-year restoration. Once neglected at Union Station, it’s now back at the railroad museum—complete with authentic details painstakingly recreated from archival photos and blueprints. Museum staff and preservation advocates see it as a powerful symbol of diplomacy, duty, and remembrance, with plans for a Fourth of July re-dedication and a hoped-for veteran parade. Even original artifacts like a wedding dress from the boxcar’s past may be recovered to honor its legacy. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d9e1945a5befd7e8