During the Second World War, Germany captured nearly 94,000 American soldiers, while the Allies shipped almost 380,000 Germans to the United States. We Were Each Other's Prisoners compares, for the... This description may be from another edition of this product.
I found the book a great comparison of the variety of conditions in which POWs found themselves. While no two POW had the same experience treatment and conditions did vary greatly. I've sent this book on to a few Ex-POW's because it provides context they may not be aware of, Like Airborne veterans captured without firing a shot. Not everyone lived like Hogan's Heroes or The Great Escape. The book has a solid spot in my WW-II collection.
Untitled
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
Most people are not aware of the thousands of German, Italian and Japanese prisoners in camps across the United States during the Second World War. Like many other issues, guarding and tending POWs was a flawed system, but it was much better than in other countries at least, considering the U.S. had little or no experience with the matter. We were re-inventing ourselves.
A well-written, easy to follow work.
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
Mr. Carlson did a wonderful job capturing the hardships encountered by the POWs. It was one of those works that was hard to put down. I am a thirty-two-year-old community college professor in New England and have just published my first book. I am currently beginning my own oral history project and would love Professor Carlson's advise. I would be grateful if he sent me an e-mail at the address below. Dr. Victor Triay
A Great Tribute to My Grandfather
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 27 years ago
Carlson is a very nice fellow, and his book is a nice tribute to my granfather, Clifford Fox, who is featured in the book. Thanks to all.
ThriftBooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. We personally assess every book's quality and offer rare, out-of-print treasures. We deliver the joy of reading in recyclable packaging with free standard shipping on US orders over $15. ThriftBooks.com. Read more. Spend less.