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Maybe - The Ink Spots (1940)
https://genius.com/The-ink-spots-maybe-lyrics
[Chorus]
Maybe
You'll think of me, when you are all alone
Maybe, the one who is waiting for you
Will prove untrue
Then what will you do?[Bridge]
Maybe, you'll sit and sigh
Wishing that I were near
Then, maybe you'll ask me to come back again
And maybe
I'll say, "maybe."[Chorus]
Maybe
You'll think of me, when you are all alone
Maybe, the one who is waiting for you
Will prove untrue
Then, what will I do?[Bridge]
Maybe, you'll sit and sigh
Wishing that I were near
Then, maybe you'll ask me to come back again
And maybe
I'll say, "maybe."
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Ink_Spots
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maybe_(Allan_Flynn_and_Frank_Madden_song)
Younger generation gamers might also know this one from:
The Tuskegee Airmen
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tuskegee_Airmen
The Tuskegee Airmen /tʌsˈkiːɡiː/[1] was a group of African American military pilots (fighter and bomber) and airmen who fought in World War II. They formed the 332nd Fighter Group and the 477th Bombardment Group (Medium) of the United States Army Air Forces (USAAF). The name also applies to the navigators, bombardiers, mechanics, instructors, crew chiefs, nurses, cooks, and other support personnel. The Tuskegee airmen received praise for their excellent combat record earned while protecting American bombers from enemy fighters. The group was awarded three Distinguished Unit Citations.
In April 2006, the U.S. Congress voted to award the Tuskegee Airmen a Congressional Gold Medal, the most prestigious award Congress can give to civilians. The award was presented to the surviving Tuskegee Airmen on March 29, 2007, at a ceremony in the rotunda of the U.S. Capitol "in recognition of their unique military record, which inspired revolutionary reform in the Armed Forces."
The medal features three Tuskegee Airmen in profile -- an officer, a mechanic and a pilot. The eagle symbolizes flight, nobility and the highest ideals of the nation. The years 1941-1949 indicate the years that these Airmen were assigned to segregated units. The reverse side depicts three types of airplanes flown by the Tuskegee Airmen in World War II: the P-40, P-51 and B-25. The medals on display are bronze copies of the original gold medal, which remains at the Smithsonian Institution per public law.
The Tuskegee Airmen (1995 TV Movie)
The Tuskegee Airmen We Were Requested
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Glenn Miller & His Orchestra - Moonlight Serenade (Audio)(1939)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moonlight_Serenade
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glenn_Miller_Orchestra
https://www.cmohs.org/recipients/george-h-cannon
DETAILS
- RANK:FIRST LIEUTENANT
- CONFLICT/ERA:WORLD WAR II
- UNIT/COMMAND:
BATTERY H, 6TH DEFENSE BATTALION,
FLEET MARINE FORCE- MILITARY SERVICE BRANCH:U.S. MARINE CORPS
- MEDAL OF HONOR ACTION DATE:DECEMBER 7, 1941
- MEDAL OF HONOR ACTION PLACE:SAND ISLAND, MIDWAY ISLANDS
CITATIONFor distinguished conduct in the line of his profession, extraordinary courage, and disregard for his own condition during the bombardment of Sand Island, Midway Islands, by Japanese forces on 7 December 1941. 1st Lt. Cannon, Battery Commander of Battery H, 6th Defense Battalion, Fleet Marine Force, U.S. Marine Corps, was at his command post when he was mortally wounded by enemy shellfire. He refused to be evacuated from his post until after his men who had been wounded by the same shell were evacuated and directed the reorganization of his command post until forcibly removed. As a result of his utter disregard of his own condition he died from loss of blood.
The Ink Spots - I Don't Want To Set The World On Fire (1941)
https://genius.com/The-ink-spots-i-dont-want-to-set-the-world-on-fire-lyrics
[Chorus]
I don't want to set the world on fire
I just want to start a flame in your heart[Bridge]
In my heart I have but one desire
And that one is you, no other will do[Pre-Chorus]
I've lost all ambition for worldly acclaim
I just want to be the one you love
And with your admission, that you'd feel the same
I'll have reached the goal, I'm dreaming of, believe me[Chorus]
I don't want to set the world on fire
I just want to start a flame in your heart[Spoken Interlude]
I don't wanna set the world on fire, honey
I love you too much
I just wanna start a great big flame down in your heart
You see, way down inside of me
Darling, I have only one desire
And that one desire is you
And I know, nobody else ain't gonna do[Pre-Chorus]
I've lost all ambition for worldly acclaim
I just wanna be the one you love
And with your admission, that you'd feel the same
I'll have reached the goal, I'm dreaming of, believe me[Chorus]
I don't want to set the world on fire
I just want to start a flame in your heart
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/I_Don%27t_Want_to_Set_the_World_on_Fire
Younger generation gamers might also know this one from:
https://www.cmohs.org/recipients/douglas-a-munro
Douglas Albert Munro
Details
- Rank: Signalman First Class
- Conflict/Era: World War II
- Military Service Branch: U.S. Coast Guard
- Medal of Honor Action Date: September 27, 1942
- Medal of Honor Action Place: Point Cruz, Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands
CitationFor extraordinary heroism and conspicuous gallantry in action above and beyond the call of duty as petty officer in charge of a group of 24 Higgins boats, engaged in the evacuation of a battalion of marines trapped by enemy Japanese forces at Point Cruz, Guadalcanal on 27 September 1942. After making preliminary plans for the evacuation of nearly 500 beleaguered marines, Munro, under constant strafing by enemy machine guns on the island, and at great risk of his life, daringly led five of his small craft toward the shore. As he closed the beach, he signaled the others to land, and then in order to draw the enemy's fire and protect the heavily loaded boats, he valiantly placed his craft with its two small guns as a shield between the beachhead and the Japanese. When the perilous task of evacuation was nearly completed, Munro was instantly killed by enemy fire, but his crew, two of whom were wounded, carried on until the last boat had loaded and cleared the beach. By his outstanding leadership, expert planning, and dauntless devotion to duty, he and his courageous comrades undoubtedly saved the lives of many who otherwise would have perished. He gallantly gave his life for his country.
Glenn Miller - In The Mood | Colorized (1941) 4K
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/In_the_Mood
The Most Gangster Tanker Of WWII - Lafayette "War Daddy" Pool
Lafayette Green Pool (July 23, 1919 – May 30, 1991) was an American tank-crew and tank-platoon commander in World War II and is widely recognized as the US tank ace of aces,[2][page needed] credited with 12 confirmed tank kills and 258 total armored vehicle and self-propelled gun kills, over 1,000 German soldiers killed and 250 more taken as prisoners of war,[3] accomplished in only 81 days of action from June 27 to September 19, 1944, using three different Shermans.[4] He received many medals and decorations, including the Distinguished Service Cross, the Legion of Merit, the Silver Star, the Purple Heart, the Belgian fourragère, and the French Legion of Honour.[5]
Arms For The Love Of America (1941) - Barry Wood and The Lyn Murray Singers
Performed by Barry Wood and the Lyn Murray Singers
Recorded May 1941
Written by Irving Berlin for The Army OrdnanceOn land and on the sea and in the air
We've gotta be there, we've gotta be there
America is sounding her alarm
We've gotta have arms, we've gotta have arms
Arms for the love of America!
They speak in a foreign land, with weapons in every hand
Whatever they try, we've gotta reply
In language that they understand
Arms for the love of America!
And for the love of every mother's son
Who's depending on the work that must be done
By the man behind the man behind the gunThey're in the camps and in the training schools
Now give'm the tools, they've gotta have tools
We called them from the factories and the farms
Now give'm the arms, they've gotta have armsWe've gotta get in the race and work at a lively pace
They say over here, we've nothing to fear
But let's get ready just in case
Arms for the love of America!Oh the fight for freedom can be lost or won
by the man behind the man behind the gunArms for the love of America!
For the love of America,
Arms!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barry_Wood_(singer)
https://www.cmohs.org/recipients/samuel-g-fuqua
SAMUEL GLENN FUQUA
DETAILS
- RANK: CAPTAIN (RANK AT TIME OF ACTION: LIEUTENANT COMMANDER)
- CONFLICT/ERA: WORLD WAR II
- UNIT/COMMAND:
U.S.S. ARIZONA- MILITARY SERVICE BRANCH: U.S. NAVY
- MEDAL OF HONOR ACTION DATE: DECEMBER 7, 1941
- MEDAL OF HONOR ACTION PLACE: PEARL HARBOR, HAWAII TERRITORY, USA
CITATIONFor distinguished conduct in action, outstanding heroism, and utter disregard of his own safety above and beyond the call of duty during the attack on the Fleet in Pearl Harbor, by Japanese forces on 7 December 1941. Upon the commencement of the attack, Lt. Comdr. Fuqua rushed to the quarterdeck of the U.S.S. Arizona, to which he was attached, where he was stunned and knocked down by the explosion of a large bomb which hit the quarterdeck, penetrated several decks, and started a severe fire. Upon regaining consciousness, he began to direct the fighting of the fire and the rescue of the wounded and injured personnel. Almost immediately there was a tremendous explosion forward, which made the ship appear to rise out of the water, shudder, and settle down by the bow rapidly. The whole forward part of the ship was enveloped in flames which were spreading rapidly, and wounded and burned men were pouring out of the ship to the quarterdeck. Despite these conditions, his harrowing experience, and severe enemy bombing and strafing at the time, Lt. Comdr. Fuqua continued to direct the fighting of the fires in order to check them while the wounded and burned could be taken from the ship, and supervised the rescue of these men in such an amazingly calm and cool manner and with such excellent judgment that it inspired everyone who saw him and undoubtedly resulted in the saving of many lives. After realizing the ship could not be saved and that he was the senior surviving officer aboard, he directed it to be abandoned, but continued to remain on the quarterdeck and directed abandoning ship and rescue of personnel until satisfied that all personnel that could be had been saved, after which he left his ship with the boatload. The conduct of Lt. Comdr. Fuqua was not only in keeping with the highest traditions of the Naval Service but characterizes him as an outstanding leader of men.
1942 HITS ARCHIVE: Praise The Lord And Pass The Ammunition - Kay Kyser (Glee Club, vocal)
https://genius.com/Kay-kyser-and-his-orchestra-praise-the-lord-and-pass-the-ammunition-lyrics
Praise the Lord and pass the ammunition
Praise the Lord and pass the ammunition
Praise the Lord and pass the ammunition
And we'll all stay freePraise the Lord and swing into position
Can't afford to be a politician
Praise the Lord, we're all between perdition
And the deep blue seaYes, the sky pilot said it, you gotta give him credit
For a son of a gun of a gunner was heShouting, 'Praise the Lord, we're on a mighty mission
All aboard, we ain't a-goin' fishin'
Praise the Lord and pass the ammunition
And we'll all stay free'Praise the Lord
(Praise the Lord)
And pass the ammunition
Praise the Lord
(Praise the Lord)
And pass the ammunition
Praise the Lord
(Praise the Lord)
And pass the ammunition
And we'll all stay freePraise the Lord and pass the ammunition
Praise the Lord and pass the ammunition
Praise the Lord and pass the ammunition
And we'll all stay free
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Praise_the_Lord_and_Pass_the_Ammunition
JOHN WILLIAM FINN
DETAILS
- RANK:LIEUTENANT (RANK AT TIME OF ACTION: AVIATION CHIEF ORDNANCE MAN)
- CONFLICT/ERA:WORLD WAR II
- UNIT/COMMAND:
VP-14 SQUADRON (PATROL PLANES SQUADRON)- MILITARY SERVICE BRANCH:U.S. NAVY
- MEDAL OF HONOR ACTION DATE:DECEMBER 7, 1941
- MEDAL OF HONOR ACTION PLACE:KANEOHE BAY, TERRITORY OF HAWAII
CITATIONFor extraordinary heroism distinguished service, and devotion above and beyond the call of duty. During the first attack by Japanese airplanes on the Naval Air Station, Kaneohe Bay, on 7 December 1941, Lt. (then A.C.O.M.) Finn promptly secured and manned a .50-caliber machine gun mounted on an instruction stand in a completely exposed section of the parking ramp, which was under heavy enemy machine-gun strafing fire. Although painfully wounded many times, he continued to man this gun and to return the enemy's fire vigorously and with telling effect throughout the enemy strafing and bombing attacks and with complete disregard for his own personal safety. It was only by specific orders that he was persuaded to leave his post to seek medical attention. Following first-aid treatment, although obviously suffering much pain and moving with great difficulty, he returned to the squadron area and actively supervised the rearming of returning planes. His extraordinary heroism and conduct in this action were in keeping with the highest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.
Dinah Shore - He Wears A Pair Of Silver Wings (1942)
https://genius.com/Dinah-shore-he-wears-a-pair-of-silver-wings-lyrics
Although some people say he's just a crazy guy
To me he means a million other things
For he's the one who taught this happy heart of mine to fly
He wears a pair of silver wings
And though it's pretty tough, the job he does above
I wouldn't have him change it for a king
An ordinary fellow in a uniform I love
He wears a pair of silver wings
Why, I'm so full of pride when we go walking
Every time he's home on leave
He with those wings on his tunic
And me with my heart on my sleeve
But when I'm left alone and we are far apart
I sometimes wonder what tomorrow brings
For I adore that crazy guy who taught my happy heart
To wear a pair of silver wings
For I adore that crazy guy who taught my happy heart
To wear a pair of silver wings
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dinah_Shore
GREGORY "PAPPY" BOYINGTON
DETAILS
- RANK:MAJOR (HIGHEST RANK: COLONEL RET.)
- CONFLICT/ERA:WORLD WAR II
- UNIT/COMMAND:
MARINE SQUADRON 214, MARINE AIR GROUP 11,
1ST MARINE AIR WING- MILITARY SERVICE BRANCH:U.S. MARINE CORPS RESERVE
- MEDAL OF HONOR ACTION DATE:SEPTEMBER 12, 1943 - JANUARY 3, 1944
- MEDAL OF HONOR ACTION PLACE:CENTRAL SOLOMONS AREA
CITATIONFor extraordinary heroism and valiant devotion to duty as commanding officer of Marine Fighting Squadron 214 in action against enemy Japanese forces in the central Solomons area from 12 September 1943 to 3 January 1944. Consistently outnumbered throughout successive hazardous flights over heavily defended hostile territory, Maj. Boyington struck at the enemy with daring and courageous persistence, leading his squadron into combat with devastating results to Japanese shipping, shore installations, and aerial forces. Resolute in his efforts to inflict crippling damage on the enemy, Maj. Boyington led a formation of 24 fighters over Kahili on 17 October and, persistently circling the airdrome where 60 hostile aircraft were grounded, boldly challenged the Japanese to send up planes. Under his brilliant command, our fighters shot down 20 enemy craft in the ensuing action without the loss of a single ship. A superb airman and determined fighter against overwhelming odds, Maj. Boyington personally destroyed 26 of the many Japanese planes shot down by his squadron and, by his forceful leadership, developed the combat readiness in his command, which was a distinctive factor in the Allied aerial achievements in this vitally strategic area.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pappy_Boyington
This man's leadership and exploits were literally turned into a tv show that wasn't entirely fiction:
Baa Baa Black Sheep Opening
The Mills Brothers "Till Then" (1944)
https://genius.com/The-mills-brothers-till-then-lyrics
[Verse 1]
Till then, my darling, please wait for me
Till then, no matter when it will be
Some day, I know I'll be back again
Please wait, till then[Verse 2]
Our dreams will live though we are apart
Our love, I know it'll keep in our hearts
Till then, when all the world will be free
Please wait for me[Chorus]
Although there are oceans we must cross
And mountains that we must climb
I know every gain must have a loss
So pray that our loss is nothing but time[Verse 3]
Till then, let's dream of what there will be
Till then, we'll call on each memory
Till then, when I will hold you again
Please wait till then[Chorus]
Although there are oceans we must cross
And mountains that we must climb
I know every gain must have a loss
So pray that our loss is nothing but time[Verse 3]
Till then, let's dream of what there will be
Till then, we'll call on each memory
Till then, when I will hold you again
Please wait till then
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Mills_Brothers
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Till_Then
https://www.cmohs.org/recipients/john-r-fox
JOHN ROBERT FOX
DETAILS
- RANK: FIRST LIEUTENANT
- CONFLICT/ERA: WORLD WAR II
- UNIT/COMMAND:
ATTACHED TO THE 598TH FIELD ARTILLERY BATTALION, CANNON COMPANY, 366TH INFANTRY,
92D INFANTRY DIVISION- MILITARY SERVICE BRANCH: U.S. ARMY
- MEDAL OF HONOR ACTION DATE: DECEMBER 26, 1944
- MEDAL OF HONOR ACTION PLACE: SERCHIO RIVER VALLEY IN THE VICINITY OF SOMMOCOLONIA, ITALY
CITATIONFor conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty: First Lieutenant John R. Fox distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism at the risk of his own life on 26 December 1944 in the Serchio River Valley Sector, in the vicinity of Sommocolonia, Italy. Lieutenant Fox was a member of Cannon Company, 366th Infantry, 92d Infantry Division, acting as a forward observer, while attached to the 598th Field Artillery Battalion. Christmas Day in the Serchio Valley was spent in positions which had been occupied for some weeks. During Christmas night, there was a gradual influx of enemy soldiers in civilian clothes and by early morning the town was largely in enemy hands. An organized attack by uniformed German formations was launched around 0400 hours, 26 December 1944. Reports were received that the area was being heavily shelled by everything the Germans had, and although most of the U.S. infantry forces withdrew from the town, Lieutenant Fox and members of his observer party remained behind on the second floor of a house, directing defensive fires. Lieutenant Fox reported at 0800 hours that the Germans were in the streets and attacking in strength. He called for artillery fire increasingly close to his own position. He told his battalion commander, "That was just where I wanted it. Bring it in 60 yards!" His commander protested that there was a heavy barrage in the area and the bombardment would be too close. Lieutenant Fox gave his adjustment, requesting that the barrage be fired. The distance was cut in half. The Germans continued to press forward in large numbers, surrounding the position. Lieutenant Fox again called for artillery fire with the commander protesting again, stating, "Fox, that will be on you!" The last communication from Lieutenant Fox was, "Fire It! There's more of them than there are of us. Give them hell!" The bodies of Lieutenant Fox and his party were found in the vicinity of his position when his position was taken. This action, by Lieutenant Fox, at the cost of his own life, inflicted heavy casualties, causing the deaths of approximately 100 German soldiers, thereby delaying the advance of the enemy until infantry and artillery units could by reorganized to meet the attack. Lieutenant Fox's extraordinarily valorous actions exemplify the highest traditions of the military service.
1942 HITS ARCHIVE: White Christmas - Bing Crosby (1942 version) (a #1 record)
https://genius.com/Bing-crosby-white-christmas-lyrics
[Verse 1: Bing Crosby & Chorus]
I'm dreaming of a white Christmas
Just like the ones I used to know (Ooo)
Where the treetops glisten and children listen
To hear sleigh bells in the snow[Verse 2: Bing Crosby& Chorus]
I'm dreaming of a white Christmas
With every Christmas card I write (Ooo)
"May your days be merry and bright
And may all your Christmases be white"[Verse 3: Chorus]
I'm dreaming of a white Christmas
Just like the ones I used to know (Ooo)
Where the treetops glisten and children listen
To hear (To hear the sleigh bеlls in the snow)[Verse 4: Chorus, Bing Crosby, Both]
I'm dreaming of a white Christmas (*whistling*)
With еvery Christmas card I write (Mmm)
"May your days be merry and bright
And may all your Christmases be white" (Mmm)Mmm-mmm-mmm (Mmm)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/White_Christmas_(song)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bing_Crosby
This is the Top Selling Christmas song of all time and is still played today.
"You'll Never Know" (Vera Lynn, 1943)
https://genius.com/Vera-lynn-youll-never-know-lyrics
You'll never know just how much I miss you
You'll never know just how much I care
And if I tried, I still couldn't hide my love for you
You ought to know, for haven't I told you so
A million or more times?
You went away and my heart went with you
I speak your name in my every prayer
If there is some other way to prove that I love you
I swear I don't know how
You'll never know if you don't know now
(You went away and my heart went with you
I speak your name in my every prayer)
If there is some other way to prove that I love you
I swear I don't know how
You'll never know if you don't know now
You'll never know if you don't know now
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/You%27ll_Never_Know
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vera_Lynn
JOE HAYASHI
DETAILS
- RANK: PRIVATE
- CONFLICT/ERA: WORLD WAR II
- UNIT/COMMAND:
COMPANY K,
442D REGIMENTAL COMBAT TEAM- MILITARY SERVICE BRANCH: U.S. ARMY
- MEDAL OF HONOR ACTION DATE: APRIL 22, 1945
- MEDAL OF HONOR ACTION PLACE: NEAR TENDOLA, ITALY
CITATIONFor conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty. Private Joe Hayashi distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in action on 20 and 22 April 1945, near Tendola, Italy. On 20 April 1945, ordered to attack a strongly defended hill that commanded all approaches to the village of Tendola, Private Hayashi skillfully led his men to a point within 75 yards of enemy positions before they were detected and fired upon. After dragging his wounded comrades to safety, he returned alone and exposed himself to small arms fire in order to direct and adjust mortar fire against hostile emplacements. Boldly attacking the hill with the remaining men of his squad, he attained his objective and discovered that the mortars had neutralized three machine guns, killed 27 men, and wounded many others. On 22 April 1945, attacking the village of Tendola, Private Hayashi maneuvered his squad up a steep, terraced hill to within 100 yards of the enemy. Crawling under intense fire to a hostile machine gun position, he threw a grenade, killing one enemy soldier and forcing the other members of the gun crew to surrender. Seeing four enemy machine guns delivering deadly fire upon other elements of his platoon, he threw another grenade, destroying a machine gun nest. He then crawled to the right flank of another machine gun position where he killed four enemy soldiers and forced the others to flee. Attempting to pursue the enemy, he was mortally wounded by a burst of machine pistol fire. The dauntless courage and exemplary leadership of Private Hayashi enabled his company to attain its objective. Private Hayashi's extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit on him, his unit, and the United States Army.
