As far as I know, this is the first time we have talked this subject over in the FL. If you have met it somewhere else it only proves, there is a very good reason for it.
It's a relief that I am not the only one feeling like this.
Our fathers and grandfathers fought the war for freedom of the Nazis and the freedom of speech.
Ironically it also gives some people the freedom to speak about their great and main interest: The Third Reich and all its uniforms...
My father – who fought the Nazis in the resistance during the occupation of our country – once said: ”I did not hate the single German soldier, how could I? But I hated everything the uniform stood for!”
Maybe it’s only me, but I am sad to see the way posts on nazi uniforms, generals etc. pop...
Thanks for reminding me of all the Irvins I should've had, Andrew;)
:eusa_clap :eusa_clap
Really like the 1940 DGL (size6) - guesse I am a sucker for as few panels as possible.
You are right Stearman.
I believe these two gents knew where to wear both the silver wings and the RAF wings. John T Godfrey and Don Gentile, RAF Eagle Sq. and later
USAF 4th FG.
And let me end the other discussion by saying that we - over here in Europe - are more than thankfull for...
1. Give me a break! :D
2. I stand corrected.
3. Not as much as many of the other books I've read on this subject. Pretty focused on the life and death of seven (7) US pilots.
Let's just say: Well written with tons of inaccuracies! (See Smithys comment)
Regarding the impression I leave...
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