WW2 Pod: We Have Ways of Making You Talk 20. Colditz and our Book List
Jul 9, 2019
Debate on gathering escape-minded POWs, bombing tactics in WWII, Battle of the Atlantic, and Monty's autograph book. Recommended summer reading list discussed. Exploration of WWII literature, Colditz Prison, American bomber efforts, Italian fascists, war crimes, naval strategy, and historical autographs.
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Bernie Gunther Novels' Unique Style
- Philip Kerr's Bernie Gunther novels blend noir detective style with World War II history, providing an engaging narrative.
- The audiobooks, read with distinct accents, enhance the immersion and enjoyment of the series.
Meeting Geoffrey Wellum Story
- James Holland shares a personal anecdote about meeting Geoffrey Wellum, a Battle of Britain pilot, and discovering his memoir 'First Light'.
- This memoir became a bestseller and helped Wellum improve his life after struggling personally.
Colditz's Unique Prisoner Culture
- Colditz was a castle holding mainly officer prisoners considered escape risks, creating a unique escape-focused prisoner culture.
- Despite harsh conditions later in the war, life there was relatively cushy compared to Soviet POW camps.