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world4 hours ago•2 min saved

Greece acquires rare WWII photo trove showing Nazi executions

Greece has acquired a collection of 262 World War II photographs, along with 16 documents and four banknotes, depicting the last moments of about 200 men executed by German troops after the killing of a Nazi general. The photos, likely taken by a German soldier, were briefly listed on eBay before Belgian verification; they provide rare visual testimony of the 1944 Athens shooting during Nazi occupation and have provoked strong emotion among relatives and historians.

via CBS News|

#athens-1944-executions #greece #nazi-occupation

film10 days ago•16 min saved

Tommy Shelby Resurrected in WWII Birmingham in New Peaky Blinders Film Trailer

The Peaky Blinders franchise returns as a Netflix feature film, Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man, with Cillian Murphy’s Tommy Shelby back in war-torn Birmingham. Barry Keoghan plays his son Duke, and the cast includes Rebecca Ferguson, Tim Roth, Sophie Rundle, and Stephen Graham. Directed by Tom Harper and written by Steven Knight, the film premieres in select theaters on March 6 and streams on Netflix on March 20; the trailer offers a glimpse of Shelby's return and a fresh set of dangers.

via IndieWire|

#film #netflix #peaky-blinders

culture1 month ago•1 min saved

France’s WWII Memory Reframed by a Relentless Podcaster

French journalist Philippe Collin uses immersive podcasts to explore France’s difficult World War II history, drawing millions of listeners; episodes delve into little-known, uncomfortable moments—like a 900-year-old castle in Germany where Nazi-backed collaborators celebrated Christmas—aimed at reshaping how the country remembers the war.

via The New York Times|

#culture #france #history

war1 month ago•227 min saved

Zelensky Says Russia’s War Mirrors Fascism on 1,418th Day

Zelensky marked the 1,418th day of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, comparing Moscow’s tactics to Nazi Germany and saying Russia has revived 20th-century fascism, while urging the U.S. and European allies to sustain and coordinate support as Ukraine defends. He noted ongoing diplomacy but warned Kyiv is prepared to continue fighting if talks fail, and Kyiv Independent cites heavy Russian losses (about 1.22 million troops and tens of thousands of artillery systems, tanks, aircraft, and ships).

via The Kyiv Independent|

#russia #ukraine #war

history1 month ago•5 min saved

Book Review: 'Advance Britannia' by Alan Allport

Alan Allport's 'Advance Britannia' critically examines Britain's role in WWII, challenging myths of British resilience and highlighting the empire's exploitation and decline, influenced by American dominance and colonial neglect.

via The New York Times|

#alan-allport #american-influence #british-colonialism

world2 months ago•2 min saved

Pearl Harbor Survivor and WWII Veteran Ira 'Ike' Schab Passes Away at 105

Ira ‘Ike’ Schab, a 105-year-old Pearl Harbor survivor and WWII Navy veteran, passed away peacefully in Oregon, leaving only about a dozen survivors of the attack. He served aboard the USS Dobbin during the 1941 Japanese bombing, later worked on the Apollo moon program, and was dedicated to honoring those who served at Pearl Harbor. His death marks the end of an era for one of the last living witnesses of the historic event.

via The Guardian|

#ira-schab #military #pearl-harbor

world2 months ago•2 min saved

Pearl Harbor Survivor and WWII Navy Veteran Ira ‘Ike’ Schab Passes Away at 105

Ira ‘Ike’ Schab, a 105-year-old Pearl Harbor survivor and WWII Navy veteran, has died, leaving only about a dozen survivors. He served at Pearl Harbor during the attack, later worked on the Apollo program, and was dedicated to honoring his fellow servicemen.

via CNN|

#ira-schab #obituary #pearl-harbor

history2 months ago•2 min saved

Last Pearl Harbor Survivor and WWII Navy Veteran Ira 'Ike' Schab Dies at 105

Ira 'Ike' Schab, a 105-year-old Pearl Harbor survivor and WWII Navy veteran, passed away peacefully at home. He was among the last survivors of the attack, which led the U.S. into WWII. Schab served in the Navy during the attack, later worked on the Apollo space program, and was dedicated to honoring his fellow servicemen until his death.

via ABC News|

#history #ira-schab #military-history

entertainment2 months ago•3 min saved

First Look at KJ Apa as Jimmy Stewart in Biopic Trailer and Poster

A teaser trailer for a biopic about Jimmy Stewart starring KJ Apa was released, highlighting his Hollywood rise and military service during WWII, with the film set to debut in 2026.

via Military Times|

#biopic #entertainment #film-trailer

culture2 months ago•5 min saved

Pippi Longstocking's 80th Birthday Celebrates Freedom and Resistance

Pippi Longstocking was created by Astrid Lindgren during WWII as a symbol of independence and kindness, serving as an antidote to Nazi ideology, inspired by Lindgren's anti-Nazi sentiments and her desire to promote resilience and free-thinking in children. The character's cheerful individualism was a response to the dark times of the war, and her legacy continues to celebrate these values.

via The Guardian|

#anti-nazi #astrid-lindgren #childrens-literature

history3 months ago•4 min saved

'Nuremberg' Delves into the Nazi Mind and Human Horror

The article discusses James Vanderbilt's film 'Nuremberg,' which explores the complex relationship between psychiatrist Douglas Kelley and Nazi leader Hermann Göring during the Nuremberg trials, highlighting themes of evil, justice, and the horrors of the Holocaust, coinciding with the 80th anniversary of the trials.

via NPR|

#hermann-goring #history #james-vanderbilt

art3 months ago•5 min saved

Leonard Lauder's Art Collection Set to Make Headlines at Sotheby's

A rare Gustav Klimt portrait of Elisabeth Lederer, looted by Nazis and kept in the Lauder collection, is expected to sell for over $150 million at Sotheby's, potentially setting a new record for Klimt's works.

via CNN|

#art #auction #klimt

history3 months ago•4 min saved

Return of the Lancaster Bomber Just Jane to the Skies?

A dedicated group of volunteers in Lincolnshire is working on a 10-year project to restore Lancaster NX6-11, known as Just Jane, to make it airworthy again, aiming to revive one of only three flying Lancaster bombers in the world and honor the sacrifices of WWII Bomber Command.

via BBC|

#aviation-heritage #history #just-jane

history3 months ago•9 min saved

Nuremberg Trials and Russell Crowe's Return to Awards

The article reviews the film 'Nuremberg,' which depicts the aftermath of WWII, focusing on the capture of Hermann Göring and the historic Nuremberg trials, exploring themes of justice, human nature, and morality through the interactions of key characters, while also addressing the horrors of the Holocaust and the moral dilemmas faced by those involved.

via Plugged In|

#hermann-goring #history #moral-questions

entertainment3 months ago•5 min saved

‘Nuremberg’ Review: Russell Crowe Stars in a Gripping WWII Trial Drama

Nuremberg is a historical drama about the post-World War II Nazi trials, focusing on the moral dilemmas faced by a psychiatrist and the Nazi leader Hermann Göring, with strong performances but some tonal inconsistencies early on. The film explores the lingering prejudices and attitudes that keep the horrors of WWII relevant today.

via ign.com|

#entertainment #film-review #historical-drama