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RichJohnson

We are at the end of an era. We are loosing the last national heros on all sides of the conflict of WWII.
I wish more of their stories had been recorded for the future.

TheBennyB

For sure. Luckily Otto's stories have been pretty well documented. Even heard back in the day you could contact him at his pharmacy and start correspondence with him personally for
questions.

Tanque

All the old generation is coming to an end.

I'm fortunate I guess, I never met the man but a friend in Germany who lives near him had him sign a copy of his book to me.

jerry

mustclime

Life will kill you.....noone gets out of here alive.....good book....

rivetcounter

Sad news though last year I was lucky enough to obtain a signed copy of “Tiger im Schlam” direct from the man himself he was still working 2 days a week.
http://ftr.wot-news.com/2015/01/24/o...s-passed-away/

Panther G

When i read his book i was really impressed with the man. He was simply a soldier fighting for his country, not an idealist in any way. He cared more for his men then himself and he really was a national hero. No matter which side you where on these men need to be remembered.

ausf

Well said.

Over the years I thought of trying to get him to sign a copy, but really didn't know how to approach it without seeming like some over-zealous-fan-type.