by Steve Snyder | Jul 4, 2014 | World War II History
Appropriately on July 4th, Independence Day, my book, SHOT DOWN, is now available for pre-order on Amazon at a discounted price. I am honored to have Editorial Reviews by two very distinguished people; Vernon L. Williams, Ph.D., Director, East Anglia Air War Archives...
by Steve Snyder | Jun 27, 2014 | World War II History
Archduke Franz Ferdinand: The Man Whose Death Shaped a Century Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria (1863–1914) is a figure whose name is indelibly linked to the cataclysmic events of the early 20th century. As the heir to the Austro-Hungarian Empire, his assassination...
by Steve Snyder | Jun 25, 2014 | World War II History
During World War II, Link Aviation Devices, Inc. delivered some 10,000 Link Trainers to American and Allied armed forces. The purpose of this flight simulator was to teach pilot cadets how to navigate and land by instruments alone, with no visibility outside the...
by Steve Snyder | Jun 15, 2014 | World War II History
by Steve Snyder | Jun 4, 2014 | World War II History
Remembering June 6, 1944 – D-Day – when the Allies landed on the beaches of Normandy, France. Although taking heavy casualties, especially the American troops landing on Omaha Beach, it marked the beginning of the end for the Third Reich.
by Steve Snyder | May 31, 2014 | World War II History
Just received the layout of my book! This means that my manuscript has been put in book form including over 200 pictures. Without the front and back matter, it’s 342 pages. Now “my team” of professionals and I have to proofread it with a fine-tooth...
by Steve Snyder | May 28, 2014 | World War II History
Students at the University of Texas at Austin got a rare treat last weekend when Adm. Bill McRaven, a 1977 UT grad and 36-year SEAL, delivered their commencement speech. Head of the U.S. Special Operations Command, McRaven commanded a squadron in the fabled Naval...
by Steve Snyder | May 25, 2014 | World War II History
by Steve Snyder | May 24, 2014 | World War II History
The B-17 Alliance Group, based in Aurora, Oregon is working to preserve the famous Gas Station Flying Fortress, B-17G 44-85790 known as “Lacey Lady”. The B-17 Alliance Foundation has set up an IndieGOGO campaign with the objective of raising US$30,000. Click HERE to...
by Steve Snyder | May 23, 2014 | World War II History
U.S. Army Air Force B-17s Fighting the German Luftwaffe in 1944 narrated by Clark Gable, a member of the Eighth Air Force. <iframe width=”420″ height=”315″ src=”//www.youtube.com/embed/pl6CaJWif1M” frameborder=”0″...
