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A book review for “Under the Black Flag”.

Posted on November 10, 2024 by John Kevin Hickey

Avast mateys, there be treasure in this here book! About six weeks ago I posted my autumn reading list. You can see it here: https://www.mrvintageman.com/mrvintagemans-autumn-reading-list-for-2024. One of the books on list, called Enemies of All, was about pirates. I had … Continue reading →

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Book review: Masters of the Air

Posted on March 17, 2024 by John Kevin Hickey

In January, Apple Tv released the first episode “Masters of the Air”, a mini-series based on Donald L. Miller’s same titled book. The mini-series was created by the same people who produced the “Band of Brothers” mini-series 20 years ago. … Continue reading →

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Book review: A Great Improvisation

Posted on February 18, 2024 by John Kevin Hickey

Far back in my distant past, when public schools still used to teach American history, I have a vague recollection of being taught by my teachers that Benjamin Franklin and John Adams were sent to France to enlist their aid … Continue reading →

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