Alright. Hypothetically, of course, you have a choice. Within any of the WW2 years (1939-1945) what would your preference of service -...
Jackson- Please read "Invasion Japan" on this same topic. There was a good discussion on the use of the bomb against Japan there.
Well if David Schwimmer is in it, it MUST be good. He is the empitome of ass kicking [img] This pic just about sums him all up:...
Ah. You must mean Operation Petticoat with Cary Grant. Another classic Sunday morning movie!
I wouldn't underestimate the Japanese resistance. It would not come to swords and bamboo sticks for quite some time, as their homeland defenses...
<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Mito: OK, now I have this question: Did Hirohito give any signs whatsoever of negotiating a...
I couldn't agree more with you, Ron. Especially your last sentence. Apparently, Mito cannot see the logic behind dropping the bomb. No Mito, it...
Okay, we're starting to hover around a question that I've been thinking about: The United States, while producing an absolutely fantastic war...
A VERY good point, Cowboy. I agree.....
Yep. That's me. By the way - what is so funny?
Although not characterized as a "WW2" or "war" film (supposed to be 1936 and more of an action/adventure genre), how about Raiders of the Lost...
Yes, in the end the was absolutely NO advantage in taking Crete. However, be it a victory OR loss, valuable time/supplies were lost as the...
"The US didn't have to drop those criminal bombs over Nagasaki or Hiroshima. That was a crime. Unfortunately, no Nuremberg for the US..." -Mito...
Comet, I believe you're talking about Where Eagles Dare. Classic Sunday afternoon morning movie.
My museum is looking to sell off my original tank from WW2. Asking price: $15,000US/OBO Will consider trade for NSDAP party pin [img] Pic can...
Would we want to base our decision on realism/accuracy, or just plain enjoyment to watch?
"I can’t see loosing 4,000 to 6,400 men of best-trained airborne and mountain troops, plus 271 of the very valuable and needed transport planes...
I believe the war against Russia was doomed before it even began. While enjoying success in Crete and the Balkans, the Germans wasted a crucial...
Technically (I am no expert in this, thus I have to rely on Vladimir Fadeitsev’s, Y. Michelet’s and espec. Scott Fraser’s knowledge), “the last...
Well into the 1950s? I've heard many estimates that it would only be until 1946-1947(?) Also, 500K seems a little LOW. Make no mistake about it...
