Heifer International 99d ago

Since its founding by The Church of The Brethren in 1944, Heifer has consistently championed peace through its initiatives. Early efforts included sending cattle to Europe and Japan post-WWII, followed by chicks to Korea in the 1950s and livestock to Russia during the Cold War. Heifer identified opportunities to foster understanding by assisting families impacted by conflict. Discover more about Heifer's founder, Dan West, the origins of Passing on The Gift, and the amazing Seagoing Cowboys in this video by Heifer historian Peggy Reiff Miller. To learn more, visit Heifer.org. 0:00 Welcome and introduction. 1:12 The early years of Dan West. 5:17 The Spanish Civil War and the idea of "Not a cup, but a cow". 6:51 Beginning of World War II and Cattle for Europe. 7:10 Adoption by Church of The Brethren and naming of The Heifer Project. 9:24 Heifer's concept of Passing on The Gift is born. 13:33 Volunteers mobilize after World War II. 14:19 The first shipment of Heifer's is sent to Puerto Rico. 15:18 The first heifer, Faith, is delivered. 15:42 World War II ends and Heifer begins looking for ships to transport cattle. 18:04 Heifer sends cattle to Mexico and farmers in Arkansas. 20:12 Seagoing Cowboys are recruited to accompany cattle on UNRRA ships. 28:12 Heifer sends cattle to Japan to encourage peace and reconciliation. 29:47 Heifer begins sending cattle to Germany 1949. 30:53 Thurl Metzger sends hatching chicks to Korea in 1952. 32:23 Peggy Reiff Miller visits recipients in Germany in 2013. 33:13 Quote from recipient who received a heifer. 38:28 Q&A with attendees about Heifer International's history.