Yes, one source of information is very dangerous. If I simply relied on that for my work, especially my documentary, I'd be in a whole heap of trouble.
Historic writers must be very careful when compiling and finally sharing information, for as we all know, years have a tendency to mar memories. Even when interviewing "my boys", many will say, "I'm relying on my memory", or "it's been a long time, so you may want to check the facts with others...", etc. In other words, it's up to us to collect, dismantle and re-construct the facts to the best of our abilities.
One well-intentioned vet questioned something I wrote about the Battle of Bulge. His response was, "it never happened". It was a dangerous thing to assume. Just because one person, didn't experience something during the war, does not mean it didn't occur elsewhere in the ETO. When I talked to him about it at a later date, he relented and stated he was strictly speaking from his vantage point.
I would like the Word attachment. Please send my way. I can convert to PDF, or so a simple copy and paste.
Sure is nice to hear from you. I look forward to reading it.
Proud Daughter of Walter (Monday) Poniedzialek
540th Engineer Combat Regiment, 2833rd Bn, H&S Co, 4th Platoon
There's "No Bridge Too Far"