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After World War II, hundreds of thousands of German prisoners of war held in the United States faced the fear of returning to territories under Soviet control or a devastated homeland. Many attempted to escape or resist through destroying documents, striking, or fleeing the camps, while the U.S. utilized their labor for agriculture, industry, and reconstruction. Some prisoners, like Georg Gärtner, lived under assumed identities for decades and eventually became American citizens. Thousands more married American women, immigrated legally, and contributed to the U.S. economy and culture. Life in the camps taught them about democracy and human rights, while the United States demonstrated its ability to transform former enemies into allies. Their legacy stands as proof that humanity, education, and opportunity can turn hatred into peace, creating citizens who actively contribute to society.