Between 1960 and 1962 over 14,000 Cuban children were spirited out of that country’s revolutionary new communist regime under Fidel Castro. Their stories are little known by the general public and even historians until now. The so called Pedro Pan children whose parent made the anxiety ridden decision to put their children on a plane to the U.S. are only now speaking out. Hear three of their compelling stories as told to an audience of supporters in this Second Sunday presentation from the St Isidore Historical Chapel and Plaza in Los Alamitos on August 11, 2019.
Operation Pedro Pan
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John Underwood
John Underwood is a highly acclaimed community television producer and seasoned professional journalist. With a remarkable career spanning over 13 years, John honed his reporting skills at National Public Radio in Los Angeles. Locally, he made significant contributions as a reporter for OC Weekly and the Orange County Register.
When he's not diligently documenting the struggles of the homeless population throughout Orange County, John serves as the Production Coordinator for Los Alamitos Community Television. There, he passionately produces "Backstory," an investigative talk show that fearlessly addresses the most contentious issues of the day. His current documentary series, "No Fixed Abode," is a powerful exploration that amplifies the voices of Orange County's homeless community. John's dedication to storytelling and advocacy has earned him recognition as an award-winning professional in the field.
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