Title
My Buddy: World War Ii Laid Bare
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Every Harrowing Day For A Serviceman During World War Ii Was Potentially His Last. To Help Bolster Troops Against The Horrors Of Combat, Commanders Encouraged Them To Form Tight Buddy Relationships For Emotional Support. Many War Buddies, Together Every Moment, And Depending On Each Other To Survive, Formed Intimate Friendships. When They Werent Fighting Side By Side, They Relaxed Together, Discharging Tension In Boisteroussometimes Nakedplay. The Full Extent Of Nude Horseplay Among Men During World War Ii Cant Be Known, As Cameras Were Rare And Film Hard To Process, But Some Men Did Document This Unprecedented Male Bonding In Small, Anonymous Photos Mostly Kept Hidden Away Until Their Deaths.Los Angeles Photographer Michael Stokes Has Spent Years Searching Out These Photos And Building An Archive Of Over 500 Images. His Collection Includes Soldiers And Sailors From Australia, England, France, Italy, Poland, Russia, And The Usa, Cavorting On The Sand In The South Pacific, Shivering In The Snow Of Eastern Europe, Posing Solo In The Barracks, And In Great Happy Groups Just About Everywhere. These Images Show Men Barely Out Of Boyhood, At Their Physical Peak, Responding To The Reality Of Battle By Living Each Day To The Fullesta Side Of The War Never Before Made Public.The Introduction Is By Scotty Bowers, An 89Yearold Exmarine And Author Of Full Service, The Bestselling Memoir Of His Sexual Exploits In Hollywood, And How The War Forever Altered His Attitudes About Gay And Straight, Just As These Photos May Alter Our Attitudes About World War Ii And War Buddies.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'My Buddy. World War II Laid Bare'? A: The book explores the intimate friendships formed between servicemen during World War II, highlighting their emotional support and camaraderie, often showcased through personal photographs.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'My Buddy. World War II Laid Bare' is Dian Hanson.
- Q: What type of edition is this book? A: This book is a Multilingual Edition, catering to a diverse readership.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 320 pages.
- Q: What kind of photographs can be found in this book? A: The book features over 500 photographs documenting the unique male bonding experiences of soldiers, including nude horseplay and other candid moments.
- Q: Is there an introduction included in the book? A: Yes, the introduction is written by Scotty Bowers, an ex-Marine.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: When was 'My Buddy. World War II Laid Bare' published? A: The book was published on March 13, 2018.
- Q: Are there any specific insights shared in the book? A: The book provides insights into the personal lives of soldiers, showcasing their emotional struggles and the importance of buddy relationships during wartime.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all ages? A: Due to the nature of the photographs and themes discussed, the book may be more suitable for mature audiences.