From a Layout to a Book: Behind the Scenes at IHRA
Publishing non-fiction may not be as easy as you first imagine.
Let the IHRA historians know how you feel about their work!
Last week, we gave you an idea of how we get our information, compile it, and begin to write a compelling narrative. We left off with the chapter layout process and now we’ll finish the book. Before we get to the rest of the chapters as well as the appendices, let’s focus on the color section.
The color section consists of color photos we received, aircraft profiles, nose art closeups (this is a recent addition as of Rampage of the Roarin’ 20’s and Ken’s Men Against the Empire, Volume I), paintings, and patches. As for plane profiles, one plane from each squadron during each quarter of the war is chosen based on availability of photos, unique attributes (such as camouflage schemes and hardware), coverage of a plane, and elaborate nose art.
Once planes are chosen, we gather up all the photos and written information we have into what…
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Posted on August 26, 2016, in Book Reviews, Current News, Uncategorized, WWII and tagged 1940's, ancestry, aviation, family history, History, Military, Military History, veterans, WW2, WWII. Bookmark the permalink. 55 Comments.
Pacific Paratrooper 
You have certainly found some great re-blogs gp, this one was excellent in showing its illustrative process, I left a comment.
That is truly an amazing project you are undertaking, the detail is perfection, commendations to all who work on the project, and special mention to Jack Fellows.
A great legacy for those who follow behind.
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From record finding to private recollections and collections – incredible!
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Wow. . . so many comments. . .great job. I thought you might like to quickly glance at this article done by a Frenchman for the guy helping me. Many mistakes in the burial process but it is understandable, I guess with and in a war. Cheerio !
http://www.airborneinnormandy.com/cmh_final.htm
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Thank you for always keeping me up on the news, Anne.
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You are welcome, my friend!
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Hello Mr. Cox I came here at the suggestion of another blogger, Maria Holm of Health From One Heart to Another.
She became aware of my research into my grandfather’s British Navy service from 1916 to 1945. He was on the Prince of Wales when it was sunk on December 10, 1941.
You may be able to help in light of your knowledge of the Pacific war. I am having difficulty tracking down accounts of what happened to the survivors from the Prince of Wales and the Repulse when they were rescued and taken back to Singapore.
My grandfather’s naval record makes no sense from the day of the sinking onward to the end of hostilities. Perhaps you would care to take a look at my blog posts on this and consider getting in touch with me. Great site of yours!
https://www.expatinbacolod.com/writing/hands-off-cocks/
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Thank you for letting me know how you found me and I will try to live up to Maria’s confidence. If I can not locate sufficient data for you, I just may know a few other avenues you can take.
I planned on reading more of your site in short order, but the type of research you are requesting will get priority time! I will get back to you on this matter separately from any post comments I happen to make.
Have a great day, Steve.
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Thanks for the response and leaving the comment on my blog. It may be a good idea if I clue you in as to what I have already found.
You left your private email (still private) when commenting on my blog. Do I have your permission to email you on that address?
Regards
Steve
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Long story why I say no to that, but if you notice, I moderate my comments on Pacific Paratrooper. That means, only you and I can see them until they are approved or deleted. Simply tell me you want it as private and it will stay as such. This way I do not interferr with others on this computer and still have private emails.
Is this acceptable to you?
I may not return to you before this afternoon or tomorrow, so answer at your leisure.
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Some POW camps you should acquaint yourself with, if you haven’t already…
Camps in Malaya and Singapore[edit]
Changi Prison
Salarang Barracks
River Valley Camp
Blakang Mati
Anderson School, Ipoh, Perak State, Malaya
Outram Road Prison
Sime Road
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Thank you for those pointers and I will check them out. I have to confess that I was a tad shortsighted in my approach to my research because my grandfather was not taken as prisoner following the sinking of the Prince of Wales.
Shortsighted owing to the fact that some of the POW accounts may shed light on the days following the sinking. As you are aware, that is the one area of research I now need to concentrate on in an effort to find out what a typical story was for the survivors of the Prince of Wales/Repulse sinkings as it may explain how my grandfather seemingly managed to find another British warship immediately following his rescue and return to Singapore.
Thank you too for leaving the link on my blog and I will check that out later.
On a different note, I see that you have a proud association with the “Airborne.” I had the great pleasure and honor of knowing a real gentleman who was a WW2 and Korean vet of the ‘Screaming Eagles.’
I had the privilege of him recounting his story of landing in gliders prior to D.Day. Sadly, he is no longer with us.
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Yes, sadly we are losing that entire group, both WWII and Korea vets all too quickly. It shows us our renewed interest in these subjects really should have started in our own youth. But we didn’t, so we try to locate the truth as best we can. I believe both the sites I’ve given you might help. Here are 2 posts of my own and I will continue to search for further data for you. ( HMS Lucia was still in the Red Sea when the ship Prince of Wales went down.)
And Hilary Custance Green, a fellow blogger who also researches the CBI, (should you visit her, let her know I sent you – thanks) ….
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Thank you. That’s marvelous stuff and I will check out the links. Here is my (rather lengthy) research update: https://www.expatinbacolod.com/writing/prince-of-wales/
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Quite a post, Steve and an impressive array of research. I hope I can aid in some way to locate the life of your grandfather.
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Thank you. You have already been a great help.
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Thanks.
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I’ll recheck, must have copied the wrong address.
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Another I found very interesting…
http://www.forcez-survivors.org.uk/biographies/princecrew/sugden.html
wish this picture of the crew were larger
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Thanks. That is extremely helpful. I hadn’t got around to reading all the accounts on the Force Z site so that was the first time I had read that one.
I did find that photo earlier and thought the same as you – I wish it was larger and better quality.
Thank you so much.
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Good luck, Steve.
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In the meantime…
http://ww2today.com/10th-december-1941-far-east-disaster-for-the-royal-navy
http://ww2today.com/9th-february-1942-the-attack-on-singapore-begins
SCROLL down to 10 December…
http://ww2today.com/9th-february-1942-the-attack-on-singapore-begins
I’ll continue to work on this.
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Thank you again. All noted and added to my research reading list.
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And I’ll keep you in mind as I research on.
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I enjoyed learning about the research and publications of the IHRA. It looks like they do some really interesting work.
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I envy their ability to receive so many first hand accounts and private collection photographs from the veterans. I’ve only experienced it a few times and, but it never gets old. That generation was one we should strive to emulate.
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It took a lot of effort to acquire them.
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I can fully understand that.
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Thank you for letting us know about this group and their research. I am now following them.
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I’m really happy about that. They do fantastic work!
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Thanks!
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It was wonderful my friend ~ D-Day Conneaut 2016 http://WWW.DDAYOHIO>.US
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Anne, I wasn’t able to view the individual shots, but the video – Fantastic! They did a great job, didn’t they?! I liked the added touch of the German surrendering to get his wounded comrade medical help. They made everything appear realistic. The D-Day link went no where.
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Thank you for another reblog! What a week!
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You and I are looking for the same things – truth of their story.
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Have a lot respect for your work.Well done
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This is the work of the IHRA – I only wish it was mine!! Have a great weekend, Mary Lou.
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The attention to detail is almost unbelievable. Such meticulous work is very rare nowadays.
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My college texts never had such well researched facts, it’s amazing! Thank you for reading, John!!
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Love his blog and can see why it’s so good. Very detailed!
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The IHRA does a great job in cutting down the stories to make into posts, but for the true effect – the books are a necessity.
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I agree that they do a Great Job, Everett. I could see how the books would be a necessity for you. Started following IHRA about 6 months ago.
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Happy to hear that Kathy!
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Great series GP!! 😊
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No one could possibly do more research on any one particular subject more than they do – the IHRA is beyond comparison.
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Stimulating I enjoy history when it truthful and presented well.
Thank you
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Thank you. I don’t like the books that incorporate the personal feelings of the author. In my opinion, that alters the facts. I believe that’s why the IHRA and I get along.
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We basically have one shot to present a unit’s history as accurately and detailed as possible. No pressure. 🙂
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I try to make everything as detailed as possible, that’s why I can appreciate the high standards of your work.
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As a writer, I loved this post. I do a lot of my book parts myself so this is quite helpful.
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You have a lot of experience, Jacqui and can understand what all this entails. So I’m very glad this will actually help you out!
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It’s nice to hear that the posts were useful for you.
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Small wonder the books are so good, GP. The illustrations backing up the attention to detail make them just perfect for collectors of this genre. Great stuff!
Best wishes, Pete.
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They really are, Pete. Thank you very much for saying so.
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Thanks! We know of at least one person who keeps his copies of the series under glass on a special bookshelf.
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I can understand why!
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