“Tony Hirashiki was simply one of the best television cameramen to cover the Vietnam War. His soaring video, often acquired only at great personal risk, gave wings to even the most mundane narration. For those of us who worked with him he was also a source of gentleness and joy in a place where both … More A Vietnam War Cameraman Reflects on ‘The Television War’
Orginally published in the The Glastonbury Citizen by Elizabeth Regan Veterans were elbow to elbow with other veterans and their most ardent supporters in the cafeteria of Portland High School last Friday night, as they were treated to a community dinner in honor of their service. It was a vastly different reception than the one … More Art Wiknik Among Veterans Honored
With the paperback release of DEVIL’S GENERAL, we thought our readers might like to get to know more about author Ray Bagdonas Where were you born? Where did you grow up? Born in Germany of Lithuanian parentage. Grew up, married, and raised a family in Australia. Could you tell us a bit about any … More Wednesday with the Author: Ray Bagdonas
Nov. 10,2016 marks the 241th birthday of The United States Marine Corp. Its roots date all the way back to 1775 when it was established as the Continental Marines. The Second Continental Congress first commissioned Marines to man two vessels in the Continental Navy. Their original purpose was to provide on-board security forces and to protect … More Thank you, from a grateful nation
UNDER THE BLOOD RUN SUN : The remarkable story of PT boats in the Philippines and the rescue of General MacArthur by John J. Domagalski is now available During the opening days of World War II in the Pacific, a small group of American sailors in the Philippines were propelled into the forefront of the … More The Courageous Men of Torpedo Boat Squadron 3
One hundred years ago the face of modern warfare was forever changed . On September 15, 1916, the British attacked German positions at Flers-Courcelette – part of the larger Somme offensive – with 32 tanks. The hopeful reaction to the new machines naturally spurred interest in how they had been conceived and by whom. A … More 100 Years of Tanks
RG and Carole Hoover-Head hosted a Book Launch party for for his latest work, OSWALD BOELCKE: Germany’s First Fighter Ace and Father of Air Combat, for close friends at their home in Coronado on 6 September. Champagne and dinner were served with wild salmon, caviar, shrimp, fruit, and chocolate-dipped strawberries. Guests were greeted with a poster … More Successful Launch for OSWALD BOELCKE
We’re excited to announce the upcoming premier of PBS’ new documentary The Ghost Army. Casemate’s very own Jonathan Gawne, author of Ghosts of the ETO, served as a consultant and was interviewed for the film. The Ghost Army premiers on PBS May 21st at 8:00 pm. To view the PBS station screening the film in you area … More The Ghost Army: Premiering on PBS May 21
Tonight at 10:00 pm, the National Geographic Channel will be premiering a six-part event entitled Inside Combat Rescue. This show will chronicle the lives and missions of members of the Air Force’s elite Pararescue team. Pararescue members (also called PJs) have one goal: to rescue and return American or Allied forces in extreme danger or duress. … More Inside Combat Rescue
On October 23rd, Gerald McIlmoyle, author of Remembering the Dragon Lady, will be appearing on PBS’ new film Cuban Missile Crisis – Three Men Go to War. In this film created by Crossing the Line Productions, the roles of John F. Kennedy, Nikita Khrushchev, and Fidel Castro during the Cuban Missile crisis are explored. As … More Three Men Go To War – eBook Giveaway!
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