Walter, medic and Judah, survivor, meet face to face, with author in middle, April 2019.
A NOTE FROM THE AUTHOR
PROFESSIONAL FILM BRIEF TO POTENTIAL SPONSORS [PDF]
SOCIAL MEDIA ‘VIRAL PROOF’ LINKS:
Blog-views-to-FEB 2020. Only 1/5 of nations listed here. People are drawn…
So many social media shout outs. Just one screen shot. This photo, described in my narrative, has been viewed HUNDREDS OF MILLIONS OF TIMES…Yet few know the story…and they see it only because the tank commanders showed it to me. And I did something about it…
The True Story of The Holocaust Train Rescued From The Heart of Darkness – Friday, April 13th, 1945
Jewish prisoners after being liberated from a death train, 1945
http://oldphotoarchive.com/stories/1945-train-liberation-gross-magdeburg-death-train
https://archiveproject.com/wwii-photos-ww2-liberation-family-history-archives
https://www.document.dk/2020/01/28/farsleben-naer-magdeburg-sachsen-14-april-1945/
FAQS
- How much monetary sponsorship does the foundation need to raise to complete the production and distribution of “A Train Near Magdeburg”?
– The budget for the documentary film is $750,000. The costs include pre-production, scripting, producing, direction, principal photography in America, Europe and Israel, editing, music, post-production, visual effects and distribution fees.
- How much filming has been done to date?
– We have spent four years so far making connections, doing research and filming initial interviews that have been done with survivors, family members, liberators and medics who were involved in this story.
- Where will the documentary film be distributed when it is complete?
– We have an existing relationship and a formal Letter of Interest from American Public Television in the United States. American Public Television is the leading syndicator of high-quality, top-rated programming to public television stations in America. American Public Television also distributes programming on a worldwide basis through television, online and home video distribution methods. To learn more about APT, please go to https://www.aptonline.org/about/apt.
- When will the film be complete once the production funding has been raised?
– The goal would be to complete the film before the end of 2020, the year of the 75th Anniversary of the liberation of the train and the defeat of Nazi Germany. [FALL 2020]
- Can I donate online?
– Yes. Donations can be made online at www.AugustaChiwy.org.
- Is my financial gift tax-deductible?
– Yes. Gifts to the Augusta Chiwy Foundation are tax-deductible. The Augusta Chiwy Foundation is a 501c3 non-profit organization based in the United States.
- Are there corporate sponsorships available?
– Yes. Corporate sponsorships are available at various giving levels through the Augusta Chiwy Foundation. Please contact Steven Croft BELOW to discuss these options.
- Where will film proceeds go?
Any proceeds from such a film will go back into the non-profit 503(c) foundation, to promote more films designed to
A. Reveal inspirational examples of personal courage and leadership.
B. Inspire cultural harmony through positive individual actions.
C. Preserve stories of individuals whose actions affected the outcome of historic events.
How do I find out more information, ask questions and become involved?
– Please contact:
Steven E. Croft, Chairman of the Board
The Augusta Chiwy Foundation
Teaching History Matters 
Has this movie been finished and distributed to PBS? If not yet do you have an estimate of when distribution and a showing might happen?
My father and three of his brothers all fought in WWII. My father built roads in Burma. My one Uncle was at Normandy dropping off the soldiers onto the beach. Neither wanted to talk about their experiences to us kids. However, once my son was discharged from the Navy, he and my Dad had quite a chat. I have never been privy to that conversation. My father passed away at the ripe old age of 96. He lived with me, I was blessed by this, the last ten years of his life. I miss him every day.
Irene Pfeiffer Cloyd
Irene,
We are a year out. We are in the fundraising stage, there is a link.
I assume you read the book? If you liked it, based on your comments about your family, you may like the THINGS OUR FATHERS SAW series I wrote as well; your comments echo many of the reviews I receive on those books. Thank you for stopping by!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07FK5Z942
Myrna Tugendhaft-Reens heeft in deze trein gezeten en woont in Amstelveen
Hi Myrna
I was proud to be a friend of Frank Towers. His daughter and I were college roommates and are still friends today. His wife Mary celebrated her 101st birthday last May!!! Your interview with Frank was wonderful. He was a remarkable man up until his passing – a walking history of a horrible time. Was your film ever finished? If so, how can I see it?
pandemic setbacks. stay tuned.