Nazi Summer Camp

Gargamel · 06-05-15, 07:22 AM

I have found myself with a lot of free "mental" time at work, so I've begun listening to podcasts hardcore. I've recently fell upon RadioLab, by WNYC and NPR. Really intriguing stuff.

http://www.radiolab.org/story/nazi-summer-camp/

Here's a neat story about German POW's being held in US camps. It's a really interesting listen. And yes, there are frequent references to Nazi's, when in fact they mean German soldier. We know the differences, so I let it slide, but they also do address that issue a bit.

Eichhörnchen · 06-06-15, 06:03 AM

Funny, but I always noticed that: the US always seemed to describe German soldiers as "the Nazis", and the Russians always seemed to refer to them as "the fascists". Of course there would have been many of them who were not, but the US and Russia always seemed to use this political mode of description; I think the Brits just called them "Jerries".

I haven't listened to the link yet, I just thought I'd put that in first...

Betonov · 06-06-15, 06:20 AM

The Slovene term is ''švaba'' or ''schwaba'' and not all Germans were from Schwabia

Eichhörnchen · 06-06-15, 07:41 AM

Thought this might be useful or interesting

james_nix · 06-06-15, 09:35 AM

My grandfather's brother was a German pilot who was a POW in Louisiana, then got out and flew for the US.

Tchocky · 06-06-15, 09:36 AM

RadioLab is almost continuously excellent.

Stealhead · 06-20-15, 07:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Eichhornchen

Funny, but I always noticed that: the US always seemed to describe German soldiers as "the Nazis", and the Russians always seemed to refer to them as "the fascists". Of course there would have been many of them who were not, but the US and Russia always seemed to use this political mode of description; I think the Brits just called them "Jerries".

I haven't listened to the link yet, I just thought I'd put that in first...

One must dehumanize in order to kill more easily. Its easier to kill a subhuman,Jap,Nazi,Hun,Red,barbarian,haj,infidel.

Oberon · 06-20-15, 08:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Stealhead

One must dehumanize in order to kill more easily. Its easier to kill a subhuman,Jap,Nazi,Hun,Red,barbarian,haj,infidel.

Kaptlt.Endrass · 06-18-15, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Eichhornchen

Funny, but I always noticed that: the US always seemed to describe German soldiers as "the Nazis", and the Russians always seemed to refer to them as "the fascists". Of course there would have been many of them who were not, but the US and Russia always seemed to use this political mode of description; I think the Brits just called them "Jerries".

I haven't listened to the link yet, I just thought I'd put that in first...

Yes, I make it a point every time I hear people talking about Germans improperly to say that only the SS and NSDAP were 'Nazis', so to speak. Most of the Krauts joined the army to serve their country, not Hitler. (Although, getting told to join or be shot kinda puts one's life into perspective)

Eichhörnchen · 06-18-15, 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Kaptlt.Endrass

...every time I hear people talking about Germans improperly...

That was going so well for you, buddy... right up until you said the word "Krauts"...

Kaptlt.Endrass · 06-18-15, 01:06 PM

Point made. Though, coming from German heritage (those of you who've seen my 'Just Found Out' thread, you don't want to know how screwed up I am), I also have plenty of fun with the Yanks, cockneys, Reds, drunks, and barbarians.

I'm an equal-opportunity smart-a**.

swamprat69er · 06-20-15, 11:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Kaptlt.Endrass

Point made. Though, coming from German heritage (those of you who've seen my 'Just Found Out' thread, you don't want to know how screwed up I am), I also have plenty of fun with the Yanks, cockneys, Reds, drunks, and barbarians.

I'm an equal-opportunity smart-a**.

Don't forget the Limies and Canucks.

Betonov · 06-20-15, 01:01 PM

Try being a dirty Slav with a hint of Austrian royalty.
Always trying to oppres myself

06-05-15, 07:22 AM	#1
Gargamel Lucky Sailor Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Rome Posts: 4,273 Downloads: 81 Uploads: 0	Nazi Summer Camp I have found myself with a lot of free "mental" time at work, so I've begun listening to podcasts hardcore. I've recently fell upon RadioLab, by WNYC and NPR. Really intriguing stuff. http://www.radiolab.org/story/nazi-summer-camp/ Here's a neat story about German POW's being held in US camps. It's a really interesting listen. And yes, there are frequent references to Nazi's, when in fact they mean German soldier. We know the differences, so I let it slide, but they also do address that issue a bit. __________________ Luck is a residue of Design.

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Eichhörnchen Starte das Auto Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: The Fens Posts: 17,381 Downloads: 5 Uploads: 0	Funny, but I always noticed that: the US always seemed to describe German soldiers as "the Nazis", and the Russians always seemed to refer to them as "the fascists". Of course there would have been many of them who were not, but the US and Russia always seemed to use this political mode of description; I think the Brits just called them "Jerries". I haven't listened to the link yet, I just thought I'd put that in first... __________________

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Betonov Navy Seal Join Date: May 2009 Location: Slovenia Posts: 8,647 Downloads: 26 Uploads: 0	The Slovene term is ''švaba'' or ''schwaba'' and not all Germans were from Schwabia

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Kaptlt.Endrass Sonar Guy Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: No Longer On A Big Grey Floaty Thing Posts: 395 Downloads: 116 Uploads: 0	Point made. Though, coming from German heritage (those of you who've seen my 'Just Found Out' thread, you don't want to know how screwed up I am), I also have plenty of fun with the Yanks, cockneys, Reds, drunks, and barbarians. I'm an equal-opportunity smart-a*. __________________ "That flag and I are twins, born in the same hour from the same womb of destiny. We cannot be parted in life or in death; so long as we float, we shall float together."* As much as I dislike it sometimes, I'm a tin can sailor, through and through.

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Betonov Navy Seal Join Date: May 2009 Location: Slovenia Posts: 8,647 Downloads: 26 Uploads: 0	Try being a dirty Slav with a hint of Austrian royalty. Always trying to oppres myself