Thanks for posting this. I have read several books on the uprising, but this first-hand account provides a wealth of information that was missing...
Just finished reading "Prisoner of the Samurai" by James Gee. This is from the Introduction. A excellent look at the psyche of American POWs...
Nice work. Very realistic.
I'm of two minds. In his book about the OSS in Burma Behind Japanese Lines, author Richard Dunlop numerous times talked about the lack of training...
I love these kinds of pictures. Well done.
Holy crap. My hand shakes just thinking about it.
[ATTACH] My current read. Takes place primarily in Italy, but the main characters are part of Churchill's "ungentlemanly" warriors. Since I'm...
I loved Mad Magazine, too. My aunt (!) bought me a subscription that I kept up for a few years. Made me laugh and think. What a subversive thing!
This was a full length film. Here's the YouTube link [MEDIA]
Obviously, I've not been there, but many years ago I watched the film called Culloden. One of the most intense films I've ever seen. The...
I think you're right. Good photo.
Looks like a soccer match, although I can't place the uniforms. If I had to guess, it looks like a league match. It doesn't look lie a national...
Current read. I believe it's my first in the CBI. The OSS was more important than I knew [ATTACH]
Looks like the officer in the center was awarded the Iron Cross 2nd class. His riding breeches were issued as part of the uniform, not necessarily...
I think you're right. In an attempt to build morale and curry favour within the Army, Hitler introduced the dress dagger for optional wear with...
We don't often think of the ravages of war. These photos help to emphsize it. Any idea of the locations? It would be interesting to compare it to...
Too bad. An interesting look.
A good photo. Any idea where they were?
Try Fold3.com. It's a good place to start.
Sorry I can't help, but welcome. I agree with Price. We have a lot of knowledgeable people here, so I'm confident your questions will be answered.
