Author: H. G. Gilliland
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
Experience the harrowing account of captivity and survival in "My German Prisons" by H.G. Gilliland, a gripping memoir that offers a firsthand glimpse into the horrors of wartime imprisonment. Join Gilliland on an unforgettable journey as he recounts his experiences as a prisoner of war in German camps during World War I. Through vivid and haunting prose, Gilliland paints a vivid portrait of the deprivations, struggles, and moments of resilience that defined his time in captivity. Themes of endurance, camaraderie, and the human spirit permeate the pages of "My German Prisons," inviting readers to reflect on the depths of human resilience in the face of unimaginable adversity. From the camaraderie forged among fellow prisoners to the small acts of defiance that sustained hope, Gilliland's memoir is a testament to the indomitable will to survive. Through poignant recollections and vivid descriptions, Gilliland brings to life the harsh realities of life behind barbed wire and guard towers. From the cramped confines of prison cells to the brutalities of forced labor, Gilliland's narrative lays bare the physical and emotional toll of captivity. The overall tone and mood of "My German Prisons" are characterized by a sense of urgency, desperation, and ultimately, resilience, as Gilliland recounts his journey from captivity to freedom. His unflinching honesty and raw emotion ensure that readers are deeply moved by his harrowing tale. Since its publication, "My German Prisons" has been hailed as a powerful testament to the human spirit and a vivid reminder of the horrors of war. Critics and readers alike praise its gripping narrative, emotional depth, and profound insights into the human experience. Whether you're a student of history, a war buff, or simply a reader seeking a compelling and thought-provoking story, "My German Prisons" promises to captivate and inspire. Join Gilliland on his journey of survival and resilience, and discover the enduring power of the human spirit in the face of adversity. Don't miss your chance to delve into the gripping memoir of H.G. Gilliland. Secure your copy of "My German Prisons" today and experience the unforgettable tale of survival and courage in the midst of war.
My German Prisons
Author: H. G. Gilliland
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
Experience the harrowing account of captivity and survival in "My German Prisons" by H.G. Gilliland, a gripping memoir that offers a firsthand glimpse into the horrors of wartime imprisonment. Join Gilliland on an unforgettable journey as he recounts his experiences as a prisoner of war in German camps during World War I. Through vivid and haunting prose, Gilliland paints a vivid portrait of the deprivations, struggles, and moments of resilience that defined his time in captivity. Themes of endurance, camaraderie, and the human spirit permeate the pages of "My German Prisons," inviting readers to reflect on the depths of human resilience in the face of unimaginable adversity. From the camaraderie forged among fellow prisoners to the small acts of defiance that sustained hope, Gilliland's memoir is a testament to the indomitable will to survive. Through poignant recollections and vivid descriptions, Gilliland brings to life the harsh realities of life behind barbed wire and guard towers. From the cramped confines of prison cells to the brutalities of forced labor, Gilliland's narrative lays bare the physical and emotional toll of captivity. The overall tone and mood of "My German Prisons" are characterized by a sense of urgency, desperation, and ultimately, resilience, as Gilliland recounts his journey from captivity to freedom. His unflinching honesty and raw emotion ensure that readers are deeply moved by his harrowing tale. Since its publication, "My German Prisons" has been hailed as a powerful testament to the human spirit and a vivid reminder of the horrors of war. Critics and readers alike praise its gripping narrative, emotional depth, and profound insights into the human experience. Whether you're a student of history, a war buff, or simply a reader seeking a compelling and thought-provoking story, "My German Prisons" promises to captivate and inspire. Join Gilliland on his journey of survival and resilience, and discover the enduring power of the human spirit in the face of adversity. Don't miss your chance to delve into the gripping memoir of H.G. Gilliland. Secure your copy of "My German Prisons" today and experience the unforgettable tale of survival and courage in the midst of war.
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 120
Book Description
Experience the harrowing account of captivity and survival in "My German Prisons" by H.G. Gilliland, a gripping memoir that offers a firsthand glimpse into the horrors of wartime imprisonment. Join Gilliland on an unforgettable journey as he recounts his experiences as a prisoner of war in German camps during World War I. Through vivid and haunting prose, Gilliland paints a vivid portrait of the deprivations, struggles, and moments of resilience that defined his time in captivity. Themes of endurance, camaraderie, and the human spirit permeate the pages of "My German Prisons," inviting readers to reflect on the depths of human resilience in the face of unimaginable adversity. From the camaraderie forged among fellow prisoners to the small acts of defiance that sustained hope, Gilliland's memoir is a testament to the indomitable will to survive. Through poignant recollections and vivid descriptions, Gilliland brings to life the harsh realities of life behind barbed wire and guard towers. From the cramped confines of prison cells to the brutalities of forced labor, Gilliland's narrative lays bare the physical and emotional toll of captivity. The overall tone and mood of "My German Prisons" are characterized by a sense of urgency, desperation, and ultimately, resilience, as Gilliland recounts his journey from captivity to freedom. His unflinching honesty and raw emotion ensure that readers are deeply moved by his harrowing tale. Since its publication, "My German Prisons" has been hailed as a powerful testament to the human spirit and a vivid reminder of the horrors of war. Critics and readers alike praise its gripping narrative, emotional depth, and profound insights into the human experience. Whether you're a student of history, a war buff, or simply a reader seeking a compelling and thought-provoking story, "My German Prisons" promises to captivate and inspire. Join Gilliland on his journey of survival and resilience, and discover the enduring power of the human spirit in the face of adversity. Don't miss your chance to delve into the gripping memoir of H.G. Gilliland. Secure your copy of "My German Prisons" today and experience the unforgettable tale of survival and courage in the midst of war.
My German Prisons
Author: Horace Gray Gilliland
Publisher: DigiCat
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 127
Book Description
My German Prisons by Horace Gray Gilliland is about Gilliland's experiences as a prison officer. Excerpt: "A rough sketch of the circumstances which led up to my being taken prisoner of war is more or less indispensable. We were called up at a moment's notice from another part of the line, where our division was in reserve, to a position in front of a line of our trenches lost to the enemy a few hours previously in their attempted advance on Calais. These trenches had been held by Indian regiments, and small blame to them for losing them."
Publisher: DigiCat
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 127
Book Description
My German Prisons by Horace Gray Gilliland is about Gilliland's experiences as a prison officer. Excerpt: "A rough sketch of the circumstances which led up to my being taken prisoner of war is more or less indispensable. We were called up at a moment's notice from another part of the line, where our division was in reserve, to a position in front of a line of our trenches lost to the enemy a few hours previously in their attempted advance on Calais. These trenches had been held by Indian regiments, and small blame to them for losing them."
We Were Each Other's Prisoners
Author: Lewis H. Carlson
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 310
Book Description
During World War II, Germany captured nearly 94,000 American soldiers, while the Allies shipped almost 380,000 Germans to the United States. This book is the first ever to compare stories of POWs from both sides of the conflict. In their own words, 35 American and German prisoners of war recount their stories of survival. of photos.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 310
Book Description
During World War II, Germany captured nearly 94,000 American soldiers, while the Allies shipped almost 380,000 Germans to the United States. This book is the first ever to compare stories of POWs from both sides of the conflict. In their own words, 35 American and German prisoners of war recount their stories of survival. of photos.
My German Prisons
Author: Horace Gray Gilliland
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : World War, 1914-1918
Languages : en
Pages : 284
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : World War, 1914-1918
Languages : en
Pages : 284
Book Description
The Impact of Covid-19 on Prison Conditions and Penal Policy
Author: Frieder Dünkel
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1000553612
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 588
Book Description
The Impact of COVID-19 on Prison Conditions and Penal Policy presents the results of a worldwide exchange of information on the impact of COVID-19 in prisons. It also focuses on the human rights questions that have been raised during the pandemic, relating to the treatment of prisoners in institutions for both juveniles and adults worldwide. The first part brings together the findings and conclusions of leading prison academics and practitioners, presenting national reports with information on the prison system, prison population rates, how COVID-19 was and is managed in prisons, and its impact on living conditions inside prisons and on reintegration programmes. Forty-four countries are covered – many in Europe, but also Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Perú, Costa Rica, Canada, the USA, Kenya, South Africa, China, India, Japan, Australia and New Zealand. In the second part, thematic chapters concentrate explicitly on the impact of the pandemic on the application of international human rights standards in prisons and on worldwide prison population rates. The book concludes by drawing out the commonalities and diverging practices between jurisdictions, discussing the impact of measures introduced and reflecting on what could be learnt from policies that emerged during the pandemic. Particular attention is paid to whether "reductionist" strategies that emerged during the pandemic can be used to counteract mass incarceration and prison overcrowding in the future. Although the book reflects the situation until mid 2021, after the second and during the third wave of the pandemic, it is highly relevant to the current situation, as the living conditions in prisons did not change significantly during the following waves, which showed high infection rates (in particular in the general population), but increased vaccination rates, too. In prisons, problems the pandemic raises have an even greater impact than for the general society. Revealing many notable and interesting changes in prison life and in release programmes, this book is essential reading for students and scholars of penology, criminology, law, sociology and public health. It will also appeal to criminal justice practitioners and policy makers.
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1000553612
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 588
Book Description
The Impact of COVID-19 on Prison Conditions and Penal Policy presents the results of a worldwide exchange of information on the impact of COVID-19 in prisons. It also focuses on the human rights questions that have been raised during the pandemic, relating to the treatment of prisoners in institutions for both juveniles and adults worldwide. The first part brings together the findings and conclusions of leading prison academics and practitioners, presenting national reports with information on the prison system, prison population rates, how COVID-19 was and is managed in prisons, and its impact on living conditions inside prisons and on reintegration programmes. Forty-four countries are covered – many in Europe, but also Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Perú, Costa Rica, Canada, the USA, Kenya, South Africa, China, India, Japan, Australia and New Zealand. In the second part, thematic chapters concentrate explicitly on the impact of the pandemic on the application of international human rights standards in prisons and on worldwide prison population rates. The book concludes by drawing out the commonalities and diverging practices between jurisdictions, discussing the impact of measures introduced and reflecting on what could be learnt from policies that emerged during the pandemic. Particular attention is paid to whether "reductionist" strategies that emerged during the pandemic can be used to counteract mass incarceration and prison overcrowding in the future. Although the book reflects the situation until mid 2021, after the second and during the third wave of the pandemic, it is highly relevant to the current situation, as the living conditions in prisons did not change significantly during the following waves, which showed high infection rates (in particular in the general population), but increased vaccination rates, too. In prisons, problems the pandemic raises have an even greater impact than for the general society. Revealing many notable and interesting changes in prison life and in release programmes, this book is essential reading for students and scholars of penology, criminology, law, sociology and public health. It will also appeal to criminal justice practitioners and policy makers.
Shadowland
Author: Sarah Colvin
Publisher: Reaktion Books
ISBN: 1789146275
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 281
Book Description
This engrossing study of the German prison system since 1945 allows the voices of prisoners to illuminate the differences between penal practice in West and East before 1989 and developments since reunification. The book both offers a unique perspective on modern German history and raises questions of wider relevance concerning punishments and incarceration
Publisher: Reaktion Books
ISBN: 1789146275
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 281
Book Description
This engrossing study of the German prison system since 1945 allows the voices of prisoners to illuminate the differences between penal practice in West and East before 1989 and developments since reunification. The book both offers a unique perspective on modern German history and raises questions of wider relevance concerning punishments and incarceration
Behind Barbed Wire
Author: Anita Buck
Publisher: North Star Press of St. Cloud
ISBN: 9780878391134
Category : Minnesota
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
More than fifteen POW camps housing German captives existed in Minnesota during World War II. This is the history of those camps, where they were, how they worked, and how the POW's contributed to Minnesota economy, and how and when they ended.
Publisher: North Star Press of St. Cloud
ISBN: 9780878391134
Category : Minnesota
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
More than fifteen POW camps housing German captives existed in Minnesota during World War II. This is the history of those camps, where they were, how they worked, and how the POW's contributed to Minnesota economy, and how and when they ended.
German Prisoners of War at Camp Cooke, California
Author: Jeffrey E. Geiger
Publisher: Sunbury Press, Inc.
ISBN: 1620067501
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 281
Book Description
In 1943, the first great wave of Hitler’s soldier’s came to America, not as goose-stepping conquering heroes, but as prisoners of war. By the time World War II ended in 1945, more than six hundred German POW camps had sprung up across America holding a total of 371,683 POWs. One of these camps was established at the U.S. Army’s training installation Camp Cooke on June 16, 1944. The POW base camp at Cooke operated sixteen branch camps in six of California’s fifty-eight counties and is today the site of Vandenberg Air Force Base in Santa Barbara County. Compared to other prisoner of war camps in California, Camp Cooke generally held the largest number of German POWs and operated the most branch camps in the state. A large number of the prisoners were from Field Marshal Erwin Rommel’s Afrika Korps, as well as from other military formations. Under the terms of the Geneva Convention, the prisoners received comfortable quarters and excellent care. They filled critical wartime labor shortages inside the main Army post at Cooke and in the outlying civilian communities, performing agricultural work for which they were paid. On weekends and evenings, they enjoyed many recreational entertainment and educational opportunities available to them in the camp. For many POWs, the American experience helped reshape their worldview and gave them a profound appreciation of American democracy. This book follows the military experiences of fourteen German soldiers who were captured during the campaigns in North Africa and Europe and then sat out the remainder of the war as POWs in California. It is a firsthand account of life as a POW at Camp Cooke and the lasting impression it had on the prisoners.
Publisher: Sunbury Press, Inc.
ISBN: 1620067501
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 281
Book Description
In 1943, the first great wave of Hitler’s soldier’s came to America, not as goose-stepping conquering heroes, but as prisoners of war. By the time World War II ended in 1945, more than six hundred German POW camps had sprung up across America holding a total of 371,683 POWs. One of these camps was established at the U.S. Army’s training installation Camp Cooke on June 16, 1944. The POW base camp at Cooke operated sixteen branch camps in six of California’s fifty-eight counties and is today the site of Vandenberg Air Force Base in Santa Barbara County. Compared to other prisoner of war camps in California, Camp Cooke generally held the largest number of German POWs and operated the most branch camps in the state. A large number of the prisoners were from Field Marshal Erwin Rommel’s Afrika Korps, as well as from other military formations. Under the terms of the Geneva Convention, the prisoners received comfortable quarters and excellent care. They filled critical wartime labor shortages inside the main Army post at Cooke and in the outlying civilian communities, performing agricultural work for which they were paid. On weekends and evenings, they enjoyed many recreational entertainment and educational opportunities available to them in the camp. For many POWs, the American experience helped reshape their worldview and gave them a profound appreciation of American democracy. This book follows the military experiences of fourteen German soldiers who were captured during the campaigns in North Africa and Europe and then sat out the remainder of the war as POWs in California. It is a firsthand account of life as a POW at Camp Cooke and the lasting impression it had on the prisoners.
My Three Years in a German Prison
Author: Henri Beland
Publisher: Litres
ISBN: 5040648944
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 197
Book Description
"My Three Years in a German Prison" by Henri Severin Beland. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.
Publisher: Litres
ISBN: 5040648944
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 197
Book Description
"My Three Years in a German Prison" by Henri Severin Beland. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.
The Great Desert Escape
Author: Keith Warren Lloyd
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1493038915
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 287
Book Description
Dramatic, highly readable, and painstakingly researched, The Great Desert Escape brings to light a little-known escape by 25 determined German sailors from an American prisoner-of-war camp. The disciplined Germans tunneled unnoticed through rock-hard, sunbaked soil and crossed the unforgiving Arizona desert. They were heading for Mexico, where there were sympathizers who could help them return to the Fatherland. It was the only large-scale domestic escape by foreign prisoners in US history. Wrung from contemporary newspaper articles, interviews, and first-person accounts from escapees and the law enforcement officers who pursued them, The Great Desert Escape brings history to life. At the US Army’s prisoner-of-war camp at Papago Park just outside of Phoenix, life was, at the best of times, uneasy for the German Kreigsmariners. On the outside of their prison fences were Americans who wanted nothing more than to see them die slow deaths for their perceived roles in killing fathers and brothers in Europe. Many of these German prisoners had heard rumors of execution for those who escaped. On the inside were rabid Nazis determined to get home and continue the fight. At Papago Park in March 1944, a newly arrived prisoner who was believed to have divulged classified information to the Americans was murdered—hung in one of the barracks by seven of his fellow prisoners. The prisoners of war dug a tunnel 6 feet deep and 178 feet long, finishing in December 1944. Once free of the camp, the 25 Germans scattered. The cold and rainy weather caused several of the escapees to turn themselves in. One attempted to hitchhike his way into Phoenix, his accent betraying him. Others lived like coyotes among the rocks and caves overlooking Papago Park. All the while, the escapees were pursued by soldiers, federal agents, police and Native American trackers determined to stop them from reaching Mexico and freedom.
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1493038915
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 287
Book Description
Dramatic, highly readable, and painstakingly researched, The Great Desert Escape brings to light a little-known escape by 25 determined German sailors from an American prisoner-of-war camp. The disciplined Germans tunneled unnoticed through rock-hard, sunbaked soil and crossed the unforgiving Arizona desert. They were heading for Mexico, where there were sympathizers who could help them return to the Fatherland. It was the only large-scale domestic escape by foreign prisoners in US history. Wrung from contemporary newspaper articles, interviews, and first-person accounts from escapees and the law enforcement officers who pursued them, The Great Desert Escape brings history to life. At the US Army’s prisoner-of-war camp at Papago Park just outside of Phoenix, life was, at the best of times, uneasy for the German Kreigsmariners. On the outside of their prison fences were Americans who wanted nothing more than to see them die slow deaths for their perceived roles in killing fathers and brothers in Europe. Many of these German prisoners had heard rumors of execution for those who escaped. On the inside were rabid Nazis determined to get home and continue the fight. At Papago Park in March 1944, a newly arrived prisoner who was believed to have divulged classified information to the Americans was murdered—hung in one of the barracks by seven of his fellow prisoners. The prisoners of war dug a tunnel 6 feet deep and 178 feet long, finishing in December 1944. Once free of the camp, the 25 Germans scattered. The cold and rainy weather caused several of the escapees to turn themselves in. One attempted to hitchhike his way into Phoenix, his accent betraying him. Others lived like coyotes among the rocks and caves overlooking Papago Park. All the while, the escapees were pursued by soldiers, federal agents, police and Native American trackers determined to stop them from reaching Mexico and freedom.