Chuck In Oregon Posted May 22, 2006 Share Posted May 22, 2006 Here's something I brought back this trip that interests me.The cover of the folder says "Civil War Participant" under the gerb, and in larger letters, "Red Partisan".The second image is of the first pages and the third image is of the last page, those being the only two pages with entries. All the pages are present and the folder is pretty tight, if rather faded and worn.As for the red X on the first page, a friend thinks that it means the individual was executed. Indeed, this man is said to have been shot in 1937 or 1938 but whether that relates to the red X, who knows? Well, my friend thinks he does, I guess, but there is no corroborating information or evidence. This is the only record of this individual that I have and it is quite likely the only record of him in existence. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck In Oregon Posted May 22, 2006 Author Share Posted May 22, 2006 ... and the final entry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed_Haynes Posted May 22, 2006 Share Posted May 22, 2006 LOVELY!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck In Oregon Posted May 22, 2006 Author Share Posted May 22, 2006 LOVELY!!! * * * * *Aw, shucks, Ed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riley1965 Posted May 22, 2006 Share Posted May 22, 2006 AWESOME !!! Chuck you have the goods... Doc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck In Oregon Posted May 22, 2006 Author Share Posted May 22, 2006 AWESOME !!! Chuck you have the goods... Doc* * * * *Well, I don't know about that, Doc, but I really do think that this is a good one. Talk about some real history ... and tragedy. I wonder what he saw in his day and I wonder what he was thinking at the end. Those thoughts occur to me a lot.Glad you guys like it as much as I do. I'm still unwrapping things I brought back, but none of the other documents are this good. This is my premier paper item of the trip.Chuck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed_Haynes Posted May 22, 2006 Share Posted May 22, 2006 Powerful and evocative history, this. When you have time, could we get a close up on the photo and on the text. Maybe some sort of translation can emerge so at least his image and name can be recaptured. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Rick Research Posted May 22, 2006 Share Posted May 22, 2006 Yup, you really need an Epson scanner to do justice to these. A camera just doesn't get the focus, especially at the distance involved. I can't read the text on any of these. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck In Oregon Posted May 22, 2006 Author Share Posted May 22, 2006 Powerful and evocative history, this. When you have time, could we get a close up on the photo and on the text. Maybe some sort of translation can emerge so at least his image and name can be recaptured.* * * * *Who could refuse a request like that?Here you are. Enjoy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hauptmann Posted May 22, 2006 Share Posted May 22, 2006 Yup, you really need an Epson scanner to do justice to these. A camera just doesn't get the focus, especially at the distance involved. I can't read the text on any of these. Hi Rick,I really do think I'm going to get in touch with the powers that be at Epson when I'm ready to buy one and seriously suggest they put you on the payroll in sales. Lord only knows how many of their printers you've sold over time. I for one can't wait to get mine. I just hope it's as idiot proof as you say because I sure need that feature above all. But totally agree that it would be great to see up close and personal images of this beauty . And cannot wait to hear all the extra history on it I'm sure ya'll will dig up before the dust settles. Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck In Oregon Posted May 22, 2006 Author Share Posted May 22, 2006 ... And two more pages Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hauptmann Posted May 22, 2006 Share Posted May 22, 2006 * * * * *Who could refuse a request like that?Here you are. Enjoy.Hi all,I think I see a hint of Donald Pleasence in this guy's face. Great pics! Hope some more info comes to light.Will be on the edge of my seat. Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck In Oregon Posted May 22, 2006 Author Share Posted May 22, 2006 I guess he was Ingush, or at least he was recognized by the Ingush Partisans Commission (?). Does that seem right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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