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Greengrocer Reveals WW2 Secrets on Deathbed

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    Default Greengrocer Reveals WW2 Secrets on Deathbed

    Hi all. This story just popped up on my yahoo and thought it would be of interest. Apologies if this has already been posted. Cheers.

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    Very touching! Its amazing how many war heroes want to keep their stories quiet

    Nick
    "In all my years as a soldier, I have never seen men fight so hard." - SS Obergruppenfuhrer Wilhelm Bittrich - Arnhem

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    Thanks, I had not read that.

    Cheers, Ade.
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    I'd like to read that book...sounds fascinating.
    William

    "Much that once was, is lost. For none now live who remember it."

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    A most interesting read - thank you.

    Cheers

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    thank you for pointing this out.

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    Interesting belt buckle he is wearing in the top wartime photo anyone know what it is ?

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    Quote by kradman View Post
    Interesting belt buckle he is wearing in the top wartime photo anyone know what it is ?
    I was going to say that!...

    Great thread and thanks for sharing!...

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    great thread!!! I would like to read the book. Maybe a good one for a movie someday.
    thanks for sharing this .

    John
    I specialize in M1 carbines and Lugers.

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    I don't think it can be overstated, the generation of unspoiled, modest, stoic, brave and decent men battled for country not personal glory! Remarkable story!

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