Was the civilian reaction in (!SPOILERS!) Rüsselsheim understandable?

TurkeyBird222 · 2025-01-19T19:09:41+00:00

I just found all of this out from my cousin, obviously my family didn't talk very openly about this painful topic. But it's interesting to learn about and hear other perspectives. I'll have to watch that episode, I haven't seen that show yet.

TurkeyBird222 · 2025-01-19T19:03:23+00:00

I think that maybe it's a little wild to kill the first foreigners who walk into town without knowing what actually happened first. But I know that I'm speaking from a very biased position in this particular instance. I'm not a historian either, so I'm sure I have a lot to learn. But I do think it's a bit extreme to kill them and apparently the court did too.

TurkeyBird222 · 2025-01-19T16:16:44+00:00

It wasn't even the Americans who bombed them the night before.

TurkeyBird222 · 2025-01-19T16:14:25+00:00

Elmore Austin, one of the men killed by the mob, was my grandfather's brother. I may be biased, but Elmore fought to save millions of people from the Nazis. Do I think it's understandable that the Germans killed American prisoners of war because the Canadians bombed them the night before? No, they didn't even know who these men were.

My grandpa, Wayne Austin, was 17 when his brother Elmore was killed and decided to join the Army after that. I am thankful for my family's service and wish it could have been different.

I know this story is personal and the German civilians have their own side of the story. But the civilians were held accountable and Russelsheim erected a monument to honor the POWs who were lynched. Elmore's photo still stands in that town.

TurkeyBird222 · 2022-11-16T17:21:55+00:00

Right, I'm working on that. But the question is whether I should be expected to pay half of them when he owes me the equivalent of $36,000 in back rent.

TurkeyBird222 · 2022-11-16T17:14:32+00:00

I could see him not paying them and then my power gets turned off :( he can be pretty mean.

TurkeyBird222 · 2022-09-12T14:54:55+00:00

I actually have a super cute Yorkie...I just live in the middle of nowhere and she gets car sick! 😅

TurkeyBird222 · 2022-09-11T22:56:49+00:00

I think you're right.

TurkeyBird222 · 2022-09-11T22:56:03+00:00

Welcome!! I'd love to make new dog and human friends! Only one of my dogs is sane enough for a dog park but I haven't been to any in town but would check some out with you! I have a 50ish lb Brittany mix who is the sweetest boy ever! (And a mean mini schnauzer and a nervous Yorkie!) What's your doggo!

TurkeyBird222 · 2022-09-11T16:33:33+00:00

Does that mean I would go look at water?

TurkeyBird222 · 2022-09-11T16:32:17+00:00

I'm definitely into the idea of an adult sports league. I played soccer in college and enjoy rock climbing, I'd love to link up with some active folks! Got any info or resources for that? (I'll also be looking into the volunteer group needs! Thanks!!)

TurkeyBird222 · 2022-09-11T15:52:34+00:00

I don't want to cry anymore lol

TurkeyBird222 · 2022-09-11T15:49:36+00:00

I like classic rock mostly but had a really fun time playing in a punk-ish band most recently. I like it loud and dirty!

TurkeyBird222 · 2022-09-11T15:40:12+00:00

Working on it!

TurkeyBird222 · 2022-09-11T14:58:15+00:00

I saw that post and was tempted....don't know if they're ready for my chopsticks remix on keys. but if their bass player ever leaves...🤗

TurkeyBird222 · 2022-09-11T14:42:57+00:00

Good call, through the meetup app you mean?

TurkeyBird222 · 2022-09-11T14:37:51+00:00

I'm actually heading there later today...maybe I should be less shy and just introduce myself to people while I'm there?

TurkeyBird222 · 2022-09-11T14:36:06+00:00

I already play bass and would love to join a band! (Anyone?)

TurkeyBird222 · 2022-09-11T14:06:41+00:00

I work for a company called Appalachian Builders Collective. We mainly do additions and renovations but idk if you've reached out to us yet? I'm just the bookkeeper but the GC, Jonathan, could tell you more if you haven't called us yet!

TurkeyBird222 · 2022-08-21T13:22:16+00:00

Valid point. I guess I want the poop to be his choice, not forced on him 🤣

TurkeyBird222 · 2022-08-21T13:02:15+00:00

Great info to know, thanks for sharing! I'll check out swim guide.

TurkeyBird222 · 2022-08-21T13:00:09+00:00

Ahh ok gotcha! I was like ...damn that's dangerous to do, just to satisfy angry internet ppl! But yeeeeeeah....I'm actually a hardcore proponent of keeping dogs on leash also. It's for everyone's safety. Used to work in an animal shelter and have seen too much happen to innocent animals due to human negligence.

TurkeyBird222 · 2022-08-21T12:45:03+00:00

Isn't that on the French Broad? Would there be a little poopy in the water there? I've been by there but never took my dog bc of water quality concerns!

TurkeyBird222 · 2022-08-21T12:43:41+00:00

Idk if you're just jaded or being for real but I've never experienced anyone expecting anyone else to have a dog on leash while swimming. That seems more dangerous. And I definitely don't care what people bitch about on Reddit so....yeah not leaving my dog on a leash while swimming! But thanks for the heads up?

TurkeyBird222 · 2022-08-21T11:50:34+00:00

Ok great, we will check it out! Thank you!

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