Ergebnis für "The Black Cat" in Geschichte

In March 1945 Reg Cleworth, a navigator on PBY Catalina seaplanes flying out of Darwin, went missing in action. No details were ever given about the incident that took his life, nor the reason his plane went down. For Reg’s younger brother, Robert, the news came as a prophecy fulfilled. The last time they saw each other, Reg confided in Robert, ‘I don’t think I’m coming back’.

In the Vietnam War, 2,197 helicopter pilots and 2,717 crew members were killed. Black Cat 2-1 is the story of one pilot who made it home and the valiant men he served with who risked their lives for the troops on the ground. Bob Ford invites listeners into the Huey helicopters he flew on more than 1,000 missions when he and his men dared to protect and rescue. For those whose voices were silenced in that faraway place or who have never told their stories, he creates a tribute that plays like a thriller, captures the humor of men at war, and resounds with respect for those who served with honor.

Step back in time with the eleventh issue of volume 2 of The Black Cat, a captivating literary magazine that graced the world from 1895 to 1922. Known for its original short stories that delve into the uncanny and fantastical, this issue features five intriguing tales from both emerging and established writers. Discover the mystery behind Her Bare Foot by William C. Hudson, where ominous warnings abound. Follow the unexpected fate-changing discovery in Miss Phoebe and Mr. Lorton by Charles Sloan Reid. Experience Americas first court-recorded ghost story in A No Quorum Night by L. A. Leonard. ...

Step back into the enchanting world of The Black Cat (1895-1922), a monthly literary magazine renowned for its original short stories that delve into the uncanny and fantastical. This captivating second issue of Volume 3 features a diverse array of compelling narratives In Melted Melody by James J. McEvilly, an archaeologists peculiar experiment unfolds within the chilling confines of an ice cave. Wellington Vandivers Old Pruitt reveals the delightful secret behind why Block 2 was the most spirited area in gaol. Meanwhile, Philip Verrill Mighels’ The Coming and Going of a Washoe tells the ...

Step into the intriguing world of The Black Cat, a monthly literary magazine that captivated readers from 1895 to 1922 with its original short stories steeped in the uncanny and fantastical. In this twelfth issue of Volume 2, youll encounter a diverse array of tales In Sombre by John M. Ellicott, U.S.N., can Anita rescue her beloved pet-bull and her fiancé from the perilous arena? Alden Lymans The Debut of Mandana reveals the lengths one might go to in order to entice visitors. Experience the haunting solitude of a quiet house in Number Seven by Livingstone B. Morse, where the relentless ...

Step into the enchanting world of The Black Cat, a monthly literary magazine that graced readers from 1895 to 1922 with its captivating original short stories, often delving into the uncanny and fantastical. In this second issue, youll discover eight intriguing tales A Calaveras Hold-Up by Roberta Littlehale explores whether love can truly mend a mans ways or if some relationships are destined for failure. In From a Trolley Post by Margaret Dodge, a dull wait at a bus stop is brightened by a young boys love for hunting. An Andenken by Julia Magruder offers a glimpse into a young artists ...

Step into the whimsical world of The Black Cat (1895-1922), a monthly literary magazine renowned for its captivating original short stories that explore the uncanny and fantastical. This fifth issue of volume 2 features six intriguing tales, including The Lost Paradise by Geik Turner and T. F. Anderson, where a floating island leads its owner into political turmoil; My Invisible Friend by Katharine Kip, which reveals the tragic consequences of a brilliant invention; and Pendarvis, the Cracker by Allen Chamberlain, showcasing the lengths people will go to avoid work. Other stories include Le ...

Step back in time with The Black Cat, a captivating monthly literary magazine published from 1895 to 1922, renowned for its original short stories steeped in the uncanny and fantastical. This fourth issue of volume 2 features five intriguing tales The Purloining of Ruth Allen by Elizabeth Flint Wade, where an old spinster discovers that true love can blossom at any age; The Scoop of the Scarlet Tanager by Edward B. Clark, which reveals how a birdwatchers gruesome find leads to unexpected fortune; The Honeymoon at Candlestand Mountain by Grace MacGowan Cooke, telling of a clever ranch-hands ...

Step into the fascinating world of The Black Cat, a monthly literary magazine that captivated readers from 1895 to 1922 with its original short stories steeped in the uncanny and fantastical. This sixth issue features an intriguing selection of five tales Eleanor Stevens Will by Isabel Scott Stone, where a wealthy womans last wishes ignite a frenzy among fortune seekers; To Let by Alice Turner Curtis, where chilling midnight screams haunt new occupants of a cottage with a dark past; Of Course - Of Course Not by Harry M. Peck, a story of an unexpected visit that forever alters a quiet evening; ...

Step into the enchanting world of The Black Cat, a monthly literary magazine that captivated audiences from 1895 to 1922 with its original short stories steeped in the uncanny and fantastical. This eighth issue features five compelling tales, including For Fame, Money, or Love? by Rodrigues Ottolengui, where a piano composition unveils a musicians final thoughts; A No Account Niggah by Leonard M. Prince, showcasing a clumsy recruit who proves his worth in a critical moment; A Hundred Thousand Dollar Trance by Eugene Shade Bisbee, where a renowned hypnotist proposes a shocking experiment; The ...

Step into the enchanting world of The Black Cat, a monthly literary magazine that ran from 1895 to 1922, showcasing original short stories steeped in the uncanny and fantastical. In this first issue of Volume 2, youll find six captivating tales that promise to intrigue and entertain. Discover The House That Jack Built by Harold Donovan Hilton, where a young man unravels the mysterious history of an old house. Experience In the Garden of a Villa by R. George Smith Jr., as a lark reflects on her tragic love life through the lens of a duchess. Marvel at A Peg-Leg Ghost by Wellington Vandiver, ...

Step into the enchanting world of The Black Cat (1895-1922), a monthly literary magazine renowned for its original short stories that delve into the uncanny and fantastical. This inaugural issue features a captivating lineup of seven tales In Gold Time by Roberta Littlehale explores a tragic love triangle in the wild west; The Unturned Trump by Barnes MacGreggor (pseudonym of H. D. Umbstaetter) adds a chilling twist to a simple card game; The Secret of the White Castle by Julia Magruder unveils the mystery behind a portrait’s eerie gaze; Miss Wood,--Stenographer by Granville Sharpe captures ...

Black Cat and Lavender Podcast will transport you to the world of exciting literature. Whether it be a discussion of 'Is Wuthering Heights a Love story?' to the 'merits of Marcus Aurellius's Meditations. The object is to share our passion and insight. We hope to transport you with our ideas and hopefully, when you read or listen to these classic texts, it will be with a deeper understanding and joy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fox News war correspondent Trey Yingst shares his gripping, firsthand account of the events of October 7, 2023, and the ensuing war, offering riveting insight and fresh facts that clarify the scope and magnitude of this latest and most dramatic outbreak in one of the bloodiest, most nuanced, and...

Was Hitler an atheist? The answer is sometimes ambiguous. Some political pundits claim Hitler was an atheist, and others claim he was Christian. In the turbulent years of Nazi Germany, Adolf Hitler cynically used both the Protestant and Catholic churches to strengthen his grip on power.

A New York Times bestselling author's compelling portrait of the universal human need for animal companions -- from dogs and cats to horses, birds, house-rabbits, and even exotica such as lizards and snakes.In The Animal's Companion, the acclaimed author of Red: A History of the Redhead, Jacky...

It was against all odds for Allied pilots shot down over Nazi-occupied Europe to evade the enemy. British Intelligence service MI-9 infiltrated their agents into Nazi-occupied Europe to help these stranded pilots behind enemy lines and get them safely back to England.