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Author Karl Vanghen was chosen as one of ’50 Great Writers You Should Be Reading’, as the result of his appearance on The Authors Show. His latest release, ‘My Enemy, My Beloved,’ explores the life of a young German POW during WW2

Sunbury Press has released the World War II memoir of a Church of the Brethren missionary, Helen Frances Buehl Angeny, held captive by the Japanese. The book is entitled "Behind Barbed Wire and High Fences."

Author, Sandy Powers, is pleased to announce the release of her new book, Passage. Passage is an incredible true story of Grace Balogh and her courage during a turbulent time in American history.

New website dedicated to the inspiring tales of the unsung heroines of WWII.

The New Forest National Park Authority has received a confirmed* grant of just over £550,000 from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) for the project ‘New Forest remembers - untold stories of World War II’.

The cinema release of Harbour of Hope is expanding. While being extended in the premiering town Malmö, the cinema release of Harbour of Hope will also include cinemas in Gothenburg and Stockholm.

University launches Office of Veterans Affairs

Auto Images is proud to launch a special gala screening of Harbour of Hope dedicated to the WWII concentration camp survivors portrayed in the film. They will be honoured with a special screening of the film attended by Prins Carl Philip.

Get the first preview of the documentary Harbour of Hope. It is focusing on liberated concentration camp survivors rescued to the peaceful harbour town Malmö. Here they started life again. It is a film full of love, hope and unsolved mysteries.

"The Ice Road," "303 Squadron," and "Maps and Shadows" vividly recount a forgotten chapter of World War II history. Winners of the Awards recognizing publishing excellence will be announced in New York City on May 23, the eve of BookExpo America.

Author Karl Vanghen was chosen as one of ’50 Great Writers You Should Be Reading’, as the result of his appearance on The Authors Show. His latest release, ‘My Enemy, My Beloved,’ explores the life of a young German POW during WW2

Sunbury Press has released the World War II memoir of a Church of the Brethren missionary, Helen Frances Buehl Angeny, held captive by the Japanese. The book is entitled "Behind Barbed Wire and High Fences."

Author, Sandy Powers, is pleased to announce the release of her new book, Passage. Passage is an incredible true story of Grace Balogh and her courage during a turbulent time in American history.

“Gut Wrenching and Heart Rending. Weinblatt’s characters and characterizations compel the reader to read onward. At the end of the read one feels both hope and admiration for the human spirit.” ---- Holocaust Center of Toledo

Umbrella Books has just released "Seven Lives to Repay Our Country", a short story about the Battle of Saipan. Written by a US Marine, this story follows a pair of Japanese soldiers as they confront the inevitability of defeat in different ways.

Lucie Bruce Vanosmael made headline news in the UK national press when she passed away in 2007. Her death highlighted again the remarkable story of the young girl who signed up to fight and die for her country at just fifteen.

In Honor of Veterans Day, Women at The Allendale Community for Mature Living Share Wartime Experiences

Troops can grow homesick, but care packages sent from families and friends stateside can help that isolation with a taste remembered from home. In the Bronx during World War II, this comfort food was often the Home Front Butter Cookie.

New website dedicated to the inspiring tales of the unsung heroines of WWII.

The New Forest National Park Authority has received a confirmed* grant of just over £550,000 from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) for the project ‘New Forest remembers - untold stories of World War II’.

Lynn Richards has released another book, following the popular 'Breaking the Web' and 'The Irristable Web'. The latest from this Victorian author is 'The Matriarch'.

A Poignant Family Saga Set In Germany During WWI and WWII

The cinema release of Harbour of Hope is expanding. While being extended in the premiering town Malmö, the cinema release of Harbour of Hope will also include cinemas in Gothenburg and Stockholm.

University launches Office of Veterans Affairs

Auto Images is proud to launch a special gala screening of Harbour of Hope dedicated to the WWII concentration camp survivors portrayed in the film. They will be honoured with a special screening of the film attended by Prins Carl Philip.

Gold Coast author Jack Rellim has release Above and Beyond the historical war novel inspired by real heroes.

Author pieces together an all but forgotten period of American history through one woman’s eyes.

Get the first preview of the documentary Harbour of Hope. It is focusing on liberated concentration camp survivors rescued to the peaceful harbour town Malmö. Here they started life again. It is a film full of love, hope and unsolved mysteries.

Event to raise funds for the construction of a WWII Veterans Memorial to be constructed at the Holocaust Memorial Center Zekelman Family Campus.

Awards for "303 Squadron," "The Ice Road," and "Maps and Shadows" recognize publishing excellence. The honored books vividly recount a forgotten chapter of World War II history -- the role of Poland, a steadfast Ally.

From Korea with Love: The True Story of Ro Kong Kyun

Trapped in the Russian Zone tells of Ferdinand Golke, who at age 15 was drafted into the military in 1944.

“Comme Promis – le Retour a Fénétrange”, retrace le voyage d’un vétéran Minnesotain de la seconde guerre mondiale en France, pour accomplir une promesse faite 67 ans plus tôt.

The award-winning memoir, "The Mermaid and the Messerschmitt," a true-life story of a young working mom in the opening days of WW2, will be featured on "The Balancing Act," on Lifetime Television Wednesday, May 25.

American Legion Riders’ Wisconsin Member to Lay Wreath at Tomb of Unknown Soldier in Arlington Wreath laying ceremony to take place at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery on Saturday, May 28th, 2011

“As Promised - Return to Fénétrange” will follow a Minnesota WWII veteran as he returns to France to fulfill a promise made 67 years ago.

"The Ice Road," "303 Squadron," and "Maps and Shadows" vividly recount a forgotten chapter of World War II history. Winners of the Awards recognizing publishing excellence will be announced in New York City on May 23, the eve of BookExpo America.

Honor Flight Send Off Gathers 44 World War II Veterans at Colonial Heritage before embarking for National World War II Memorial

Without Apology: A Family Chronicle, is the incredible story of how two separate families found each other in the remoteness of Muscotah KS, and blended to fight against the horrid poverty of the Dust Bowl Days of the Great Depression.

Lion Television’s prime-time series, The History Detectives, a show that combines a mystery from the past with an academic re-telling of history, turned to WARSTUFF for help with finding militaria to illustrate its segment on World War Two.

“As Promised - Return to Fénétrange” will follow a Minnesota WWII veteran as he returns to France to fulfill a promise made 67 years ago.

Exhibition takes place at Šechtl & Voseček Museum of Photography. Selection from over 22000 photographs. They show not only famous places and historical events, but they are also exceptional from a technical and artistic standpoint.

Amazon.com reviewers are even comparing Mr. Hamilton’s Agent of Influence to Tom Clancy, Vince Flynn, Dan Brown, and Ian Fleming novels.

For the month of February, ebook BUTTERMILK MOON will be available free from Smashwords.com.

Friday, February 4th, 2011 marked the official debut of the blog entitled 'Captain America! Redefining Modern Myth,' sponsored by Los Angeles based Runic Films. First day visitors were impressed by the scope of the project and the detail involved.

Outskirts Press announces the latest highly anticipated World War II military history book from Virginia Beach, VA, author Dr. C. Thomas Somma.

A family's deportation to the Soviet gulag begins an odyssey that separates father, mother, sister, brother, sending them to the Middle East, Africa, and, ultimately, to a miraculous reunion. Her family's story inspired Krysia Jopek's debut novel.

Runic Films is proud to announce the release date for their much anticipated ‘secret’ project: "Captain America! Redefining Modern Myth," a new blog featuring filmmaker Ben Alpi and writer/artist Rick Arthur. The blog launches February 4th.

Orlando Shakespeare Theater’s 2010-2011 Season continues with Chaps! A Jingle Jangle Christmas, a family-friendly, musical comedy that is sure to put you in the holiday spirit!

International film producers Hope & Glory Pictures (H&G) has appointed Calacus to support its production of the forthcoming feature film ‘Death Match – Kolja’s War.’

All active military personnel and their spouses are eligible to receive $10 off single tickets to Chaps! A Jingle Jangle Christmas and the 2010-2011 Signature Series.

Greg Allen has been chosen to appear in '50 Great Writers You Should Be Reading', produced by The Authors Show. Allen is the author of 'War Of The Heart', 'Builder Of The Spirit' and a number of other books.

Austin College professor helps shed new light on a much discussed time in history

Just in time for the holiday season, Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF presents Chaps! A Jingle Jangle Christmas, a rousing, rowdy, family-friendly musical comedy that is sure to put you in the holiday spirit!

Collectors of WWI and WWII militaria will be delighted by an extensive collection of medals and related ephemera that’s set to come under the hammer at a Collectors’ sale on Friday, 8th October, 2010...

Deceased Marine contacts daughter to help her save her dream home and she discovers a unique U.S. military treasure in the process.

"Correspondent Bryan" chronicles the story of American photojournalist Julien Bryan, the last neutral reporter in Warsaw during the attack on Poland's capital by the Nazis. Wednesday's Warsaw premiere marked the 71st anniversary of the onset of WW2.

Teacher and historian Sam Bryan, son of renown American photojournalist Julien Bryan, discusses his father's 1940 Oscar-nominated documentary, filmed during the Nazi invasion and occupation of Warsaw. 'Siege' is out on DVD for the first time.

Camp Shenango was an Army base in World War II that was the site of a race riot. Located in Pennsylvania, the camp was later renamed Camp Reynolds. This book is loosely based on real events.

Rockets of the Reich, the first ebook release from the popular New Millennium Writers Series, has been published under the BainBridgeBooks imprint on Amazon.com through their popular Kindle Store