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WWII is the only thing I would consider myself close to an expert on. I've read a number of books on the conflict and watched countless shows and documentaries and think I have a good understanding of how everything is interrelated.
I know a lot about: the Nazi regime as a whole the western front in Europe I know a decent amount about: the eastern front in Europe the Pacific war involving the US I don't know much about (but will try to answer questions regarding): other aspects of the Pacific war (eg Japan's invasions of other asian countries) minor areas of conflict (like the middle east) Examples of good questions would be "Why did X power enter the war?" "Why was X successful/unsuccessful" "What lead to X happening?" If your question, would take 10,000 words to answer, please ask something more specific. I'll also try to answer some "what if" questions if anyone is interested. I was planning on playing a bunch of poker tonight, but FTP is down so I'll answer questions until it comes back online and when I take breaks, as well as tomorrow. I'm sure there are some other WWII buffs here, so feel free to chime in. |
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How would the world be different today if the Axis powers had won?
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How would the world be different today if the Axis powers had won? [/ QUOTE ] We would have better cars and electronics [img]/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img] Can you be a little more specific? Are we talking total surrender by the allies? Does America get involved? Does for example, England sign a separate peace with Germany after the fall of France? Give me a scenario and I'll run with it. |
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[ QUOTE ] How would the world be different today if the Axis powers had won? [/ QUOTE ] We would have better cars and electronics [img]/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img] Can you be a little more specific? Are we talking total surrender by the allies? Does America get involved? Does for example, England sign a separate peace with Germany after the fall of France? Give me a scenario and I'll run with it. [/ QUOTE ] Der Untergang (The Downfall) is FLAT OUT THE BEST WWII MOVIE EVER. Get it people....get it now (with subtitles). |
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[ QUOTE ] [ QUOTE ] How would the world be different today if the Axis powers had won? [/ QUOTE ] We would have better cars and electronics [img]/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img] Can you be a little more specific? Are we talking total surrender by the allies? Does America get involved? Does for example, England sign a separate peace with Germany after the fall of France? Give me a scenario and I'll run with it. [/ QUOTE ] Der Untergang (The Downfall) is FLAT OUT THE BEST WWII MOVIE EVER. Get it people....get it now (with subtitles). [/ QUOTE ] One of my favorite movies. Everyone must see this movie. Bruno Ganz gives the greatest acting performance ever. |
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What would have happened if the Germans had taken Stalingrad in a timely manner?
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How accurate is Band of Brothers?
Favorite World War II movie that isn't Patton or Saving Private Ryan? |
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How accurate is Band of Brothers? Favorite World War II movie that isn't Patton or Saving Private Ryan? [/ QUOTE ] I've only seen bits of BoB and obviously didn't fight in WWII so I'm not sure of the accuracy. My favorite WWII movie would probably be a German movie called "The Bridge." It's about 16 year olds who are drafted into the army in the closing days of the war. I happened to see it when I was 16 and found it very disturbing. The other standout that comes to mind is another German movie "Oberst Reidl." For something slightly more upbeat, there's a movie about a Jewish kid who is sent to an elite aryan school, captured by the Russians, then recaptured by the Germans. It's supposedly based on a true story, though the name escapes me. |
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Who won? Like REALLY?
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Who won? Like REALLY? [/ QUOTE ] The US is the only power that could be considered a "winner." It suffered comparatively minor casualties and was almost completely untouched. The US emerged from the war as the most powerful nation on earth, both from a military and economic standpoint. By contrast, the war essentially marked the end of the British empire and left it saddled with debt and a capital in ruins. |
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