Two photographs of a Black American soldier with a captured German STG44. These photographs are in the photo album of Johnny Butts, who served in the 945th Quartermaster Salvage Repair Company. Johnny himself took a P-38 pistol home as a war souvenir. Source: Library of Congress.
I am helping a friend do research on a relative. There isn't much information that her in-law shared about his days in World War 2, so the family is trying to construct some history. I have uploaded one image that the family has located during their search. I have a cursory understanding of what is being shared in this "Morning Report." Is anyone willing to explain it to me like I am 5? The relative in question is Roy Johnson. (Of course, please delete if this is not appropriate for here.)
His vehicle had been strafed by a German plane while driving at the front in France. Source: National Archives and Records Administration (NAID: 535536) Date: 1944
Original photo and caption here.
On the measurements, .50 cal vs 13mm, it is possible that they had to make with the tools, for the measurements, and the information he had available.
Source: Battleship Texas Foundation
As someone who enjoys reading military history, one thing I’ve always found fascinating is how certain WWII commanders earned genuine respect even from the men fighting against them.
Not talking about ideology or politics here — purely battlefield leadership, professionalism, operational skill, personal conduct, and the ability to command under extreme pressure.
Which commanders do you think were respected by their adversaries, and what made them stand out?
Militarily germany has arguably superior technology , tactics and above all ferocious. Its just hampered by divided command, weak allies , and most importantly outnumbered and outgunned. Even if you say what if germany did this or didn't do that the result will still be the same or just prolonging the inevitable
If not made worst by the fact Adolf Hitler and the nazi party could be say made the situation worst but the fact that the SS especially ***Leibstandarte Adolf Hitler SS*** is the most effective and elite division and could actually pull off operation citadel given the time but D-Day happen so yeah
So this is my overall thoughts probably not the most poetic of that said but would like to hear opinions
Edit : I'm sorry history legends it's clear that I haven't made a thorough research or even a basic analysis and just made a post out of a whim, next time I post I will do my part and do actual research I'm very sorry for this shitpost
Hey everyone! Want to learn more about the legendary 761st Tank Battalion and how one tank crew held off a German assault for several hours while under their burning Sherman Tank? Watch the video to find out!
The aircraft carrier United States Ship (USS) ***Lexington (***CV-2), nicknamed “Lady Lex,” was the fourth United States (US) Navy ship to be named after the American Revolutionary War 1775 Battle of Lexington. The ship was commissioned in 1928 and would serve until its sinking in the Battle of the Coral Sea (May 4 – 8, 1942).
Can mods lock my post so political argument wouldn't happen on comments? I just want to share an historical video, not to start argument.
Throughout the 20th century, America witnessed the rise of numerous military legends. While some legends complemented one another, others pursued distinct paths, and occasionally even heroes harbored a degree of disdain for one another. The end of one career, in a sense, paved the way for the political ascent of the other.
Değerli dostlarım, amacım ideoloji propagandası yapmak değil sadece tutkum olan tarih arşivciliğiyle bilinmeyen videoları paylaşmak istiyorum. Dolayısıyla "Gazzede olanları da paylaş" gibi şeyleri yazmazsanız gerçekten sevinirim.
Made with antiquated but easily manufactured technology, they were built in record time. Each ship took an average of just 42 days to complete.
The ships were lightly armed, but one notable example, the SS Stephen Hopkins, managed to fight a cargo raider to mutual destruction.
Currently, only four remain. Three are museums, while the fourth is a landlocked canning facility.
