Misc
A word from the webmaster
The incredible journey of The Log Book continues heading to New Zealand for a second time. The number of signatures are about to pass a staggering 130. As we continue to build on enhancing and [Read more]
Articles by Lars McKie
Signees
Kurt Schulze
Born in Germany 1921, Kurt Schulze entered German military service in 1939 initially serving in the Air Signal Corps through 1940. By 1941 Schulze had become a Leutnant (2nd Lt) now serving as a Wireless [Read more]
In the media
Interviewed on Extreme Genes – America’s Family History and Genealogy Radio Show & Podcast
The Log Book Project was granted the spotlight in podcast episode 375 on Extreme Genes – America’s Family History and Genealogy Radio Show & Podcast Scott Fisher graciously reached out to project founder Nick Devaux [Read more]
Obituaries
In memory of Edgar Harrell
Edgar Harrell was a man of steadfast patriotism and deep faith. Legacies like his never die. Rest well Sir we are beyond honored to carry your story. The Log Book Project sends deepest condolences to [Read more]
In the media
The Cowboy Channel
On 6 May 2021, Mrs Marthe Cohn added her signature to The Log Book. This event was facilitated by neighbor and Film Producer/Director Mr Michael Potter. We are deeply indebted to him. The momentous occasion [Read more]
Signees
William “Billy” Keyes
Born in 1921 Keyes served in the 761st Tank Battalion, famously known as the “Black Panthers.” This battalion was the first African American armored unit to see combat in the U.S. Army. Military Service and [Read more]
In the media
Feature on WMAR-2 Voices For Veterans
We know very little about WWII. As a reminder, we only recently learned about the 761st. It was a black tank battalion that served with distinction in Europe. In attempting to find a veteran, I [Read more]
In the media
Interviewed by WMAR-2 News’ Erin MacPherson
The Log Book Project founder Nick Devaux interviewed on WMAR-2 News’ Voices For Veterans by Erin MacPherson. Conversation was conducted LIVE on Facebook before the main story was featured on WMAR-2 News.
Misc
Kaiten: Japan’s WWII Human Torpedo
Please join Mike Mair on Sunday 21 March as he presents his intriguing insights behind the story of Japan’s WWII human torpedo – Kaiten. On 20 November 1944 the USS Mississinewa (AO-59), a 553ft Fleet [Read more]
Articles
The Caterpillar Club: The Lester Schrenk story.
Lester Schrenk served as a ball turret gunner assigned to 327th Bombardment Squadron, 92nd Bomb Group of the 8th Air Force, stationed at RAF Podington. Schrenk’s story of service and survival against unimaginable odds is [Read more]