And what country can preserve its liberties if their rulers are not warned from time to time that their people preserve the spirit of resistance? Let them take arms. The remedy is to set them right as to facts, pardon and pacify them. What signify a few lives lost in a century or two? The tree of liberty must be refreshed from time to time with the blood of patriots and tyrants.
You wimpy limp wrist critics are taking yourselves and your opinions far past where they need to be. Comedy is funny. I would love seeing a spoof on those of us who fought in Vietnam.
Oh my goodness. Do recall that Robert Clary (born Robert Max Widerman, a French Jew of Polish heritage) who played LeBeau on Hogan's, spent over 3 years in Ottmuth and Buchenwald, the only survivor of his family who were sent to Auschwitz. I guess he found a chance at humor, as rueful as it might have been, to be worthwhile. I have known some Jews who survived, a very small group these days, and those who carry hatred in their hearts are, in many ways, still in the camps. So, in the immortal words of Sgt. Hulka, "Lighten up, Francis."
IIRC, in addition to Werner Klemperer and Robert Clary, as mentioned by MoFo and Ricvid, also John Banner (Sgt. Schultz) and the actors who played Gen. Burkhalter and Maj. Hochstetter were either Jews or other refugees from the Nazis. They all wanted to play the German characters as buffoons.
You might want to look into the history of the PT boats, both early training in the US and various things that happened in the Pacific war. "Oops" might have been said more often than you would think. Some of the action in the TV show was based on real life incidents.
Bob Hastings. I never knew his name. I think he was my favorite on the show. The ultimate brown-noser, the guy we've all worked with. He was hilarious in that role.
The YT channel, Jackie Boy, has all the McHale's Navy episodes.
Carl Ballentine, who played Gruber, had been a famous actor in vaudeville. He was hilarious. I think he ad libbed a lot. I don't know that for sure, but the way he hit his lines, plus his acting ability makes me think that. I think they all played off one another.
Now if only F Troop, which aired for only two seasons ....
And now, boys, girls, and children of all ages, it's time for the McHale and Friends power half-hour! Watch as these comedic powerhouses laugh their way to victory!
I always found it amazing how McHale always managed to sink an enemy ship every week. A lot of the TV from my childhood had a war theme - mostly WWII, if I recall correctly. I think, by then, 20 years had passed and the Korean conflict had come and gone, leaving a lot of PTSD in its wake, undiagnosed. And we were gearing up in Vietnam, again against the commie Red Menace. I think a lot of WWII vets were raising families by then, and this formula brought back WWII memories in a more benevolent light, in the Cold-War environment. I never heard of an adult being offended by war-themed TV comedies.
And to those whining about "insults", yeah get over yourselves. To take just one example, Ernest Borgnine was a WWII Navy combat vet. His generation was strong enough to poke fun at themselves. We were made of sterner stuff then.
Ernest Borgnine, aka Hermes Borgnino, left the Navy in 1946 after serving 10 years, and reaching the rank of Gunner's Mate 1st Class (E-6). Only idiots think he didn't know what he was doing when he made the series, and in 2004, the Navy made him an honorary Chief Petty Officer (E-7).
Just as the USMC made Lee Ermey an honorary gunny, since he left the Corps as a staff sergeant.
Just like Don Rickles, who played CPO Sharkey, a crewmwmber on the USS Nerka, and Staff Serrgeant "Crap Game in Kelly's Heroes, had once upon a time done 2 years as a Seaman 1st class on a MTB tender in the South Pacific during WWII.
Lighten up, Francis, indeed.
The actors on those shows were gold, and most had served honorably during wartime, and knew exactly what they were doing.
Many of the actors from the '50s thru the '70s were Bronze and Silver Star winners during WWII. Neville Brand, Gene Evans and Eddie Albert come to mind.
Douglas Fairbanks, Jr. Biggest actor prior to ww2, he joined before the war started. His wartime activities have wiki pages! Turned out that if you were a movie actor, awards for medals are severely downgraded, as they don't think you are serious about serving, or you made them look inadequate. Most decorated Hollywood actor.
Memories. Visiting grandparents and shows like Mash, Rat Patrol, Combat and Hogans Heroes were not uncommon on the TV. Pa was a WW2 vet Japan theater. Pa was also an influence on my decision to serve. I currently advise anyone who asks my opinion. Do Not Join.
BSS was late to the party, IIRC. I always remember the Japanese pilot who would fly over their base, and taunt Boynton over r the radio, " hey, Boyington!", un-sync his engines and piss everyone off.
Over the years this show and some other WW2 shows, while supposedly funny were actually an insult to those, such as PT crews, who served.
ReplyDeleteThey were funny and people had a much better sense of humor then.. that last statement is evidenced by your post here.
DeleteI doubt anyone at the time these sitcoms aired, who had also been "guests" in a WW2 German or Japanese POW camp would have found Hogan's Heros funny.
DeleteAgree with Anon, Hogan’s Heros was an f’ing insult to intelligence and wasn’t funny to boot.
DeleteHogan's Heros was on for 6 years, I suspect that a lot of people found it funny.
DeleteComedy is funny , get over it angry crats . How about MASH,Combat,Rat Patrol, get over yourselves .
DeleteYou the dude posting all the time about his wife’s bf? Get help soy boy.
DeleteYou wimpy limp wrist critics are taking yourselves and your opinions far past where they need to be. Comedy is funny. I would love seeing a spoof on those of us who fought in Vietnam.
DeleteWerner Klemperer, aka Col. Klink, was Jewish. He took that role because he thought it would be nice to make fun of the Nazis.
DeleteOh my goodness. Do recall that Robert Clary (born Robert Max Widerman, a French Jew of Polish heritage) who played LeBeau on Hogan's, spent over 3 years in Ottmuth and Buchenwald, the only survivor of his family who were sent to Auschwitz. I guess he found a chance at humor, as rueful as it might have been, to be worthwhile. I have known some Jews who survived, a very small group these days, and those who carry hatred in their hearts are, in many ways, still in the camps. So, in the immortal words of Sgt. Hulka, "Lighten up, Francis."
DeleteIIRC, in addition to Werner Klemperer and Robert Clary, as mentioned by MoFo and Ricvid, also John Banner (Sgt. Schultz) and the actors who played Gen. Burkhalter and Maj. Hochstetter were either Jews or other refugees from the Nazis. They all wanted to play the German characters as buffoons.
Deletebet you use your ass as a vagina also.
DeleteGetting a lower class troll...
DeleteYou might want to look into the history of the PT boats, both early training in the US and various things that happened in the Pacific war. "Oops" might have been said more often than you would think. Some of the action in the TV show was based on real life incidents.
DeleteBehind McHale, the future Captain Stubing!
ReplyDeleteWhere's the guy who was the suck-up to the Captain? That guy was something else.
ReplyDeleteMcHale's Navy really was a funny show.
Elroy
DeleteLt. Elroy Carpenter
DeleteBob Hastings. He was superb as 2nd banana. His mannerisms were like Tim Conroy and Don Knotts.
DeleteA gifted actor.
Bob Hastings. I never knew his name.
DeleteI think he was my favorite on the show. The ultimate brown-noser, the guy we've all worked with. He was hilarious in that role.
The YT channel, Jackie Boy, has all the McHale's Navy episodes.
DeleteCarl Ballentine, who played Gruber, had been a famous actor in vaudeville. He was hilarious. I think he ad libbed a lot. I don't know that for sure, but the way he hit his lines, plus his acting ability makes me think that. I think they all played off one another.
Now if only F Troop, which aired for only two seasons ....
That gal that played Ken Berry's sweetie on F Troop was an absolute Babe.
DeleteShe sure looked great in a pair of jeans.
And she was only 15 at the time.
DeleteMelody Patterson.
DeleteWhile others argued Ginger Vs Mary Ann, I thought Wrangler Jane Vs Ellie Mae.
And now, boys, girls, and children of all ages, it's time for the McHale and Friends power half-hour! Watch as these comedic powerhouses laugh their way to victory!
ReplyDeleteI always found it amazing how McHale always managed to sink an enemy ship every week. A lot of the TV from my childhood had a war theme - mostly WWII, if I recall correctly. I think, by then, 20 years had passed and the Korean conflict had come and gone, leaving a lot of PTSD in its wake, undiagnosed. And we were gearing up in Vietnam, again against the commie Red Menace. I think a lot of WWII vets were raising families by then, and this formula brought back WWII memories in a more benevolent light, in the Cold-War environment. I never heard of an adult being offended by war-themed TV comedies.
ReplyDeleteBeing offended as a sport/hobby is a new thing brought about by the digital masters & their partners in the MSM.
DeleteKeyboard warriors...
DeleteThese guys were absolute cut-ups--
ReplyDeletehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jqk5Hk_hJf4
And to those whining about "insults", yeah get over yourselves. To take just one example, Ernest Borgnine was a WWII Navy combat vet. His generation was strong enough to poke fun at themselves. We were made of sterner stuff then.
Ernest Borgnine, aka Hermes Borgnino, left the Navy in 1946 after serving 10 years, and reaching the rank of Gunner's Mate 1st Class (E-6).
DeleteOnly idiots think he didn't know what he was doing when he made the series, and in 2004, the Navy made him an honorary Chief Petty Officer (E-7).
Just as the USMC made Lee Ermey an honorary gunny, since he left the Corps as a staff sergeant.
Just like Don Rickles, who played CPO Sharkey, a crewmwmber on the USS Nerka, and Staff Serrgeant "Crap Game in Kelly's Heroes, had once upon a time done 2 years as a Seaman 1st class on a MTB tender in the South Pacific during WWII.
Lighten up, Francis, indeed.
The actors on those shows were gold, and most had served honorably during wartime, and knew exactly what they were doing.
Many of the actors from the '50s thru the '70s were Bronze and Silver Star winners during WWII. Neville Brand, Gene Evans and Eddie Albert come to mind.
DeleteDouglas Fairbanks, Jr. Biggest actor prior to ww2, he joined before the war started. His wartime activities have wiki pages! Turned out that if you were a movie actor, awards for medals are severely downgraded, as they don't think you are serious about serving, or you made them look inadequate. Most decorated Hollywood actor.
DeleteSome don’t want any laughter. How dare, enjoying life and such!
ReplyDeleteWasn't this series inspired by the movie "The Wackiest Ship in the Army"?
ReplyDeleteMet Ernie at JG Melon's in NYC years ago with his wife Tova. Great couple, polite.
ReplyDeleteLiked watching it, it was stupid, but stupid for the fun if it, never heard any whinging about it back then.
ReplyDeleteLacking in DEI!
ReplyDeleteMcHale, of course.
ReplyDeleteMemories. Visiting grandparents and shows like Mash, Rat Patrol, Combat and Hogans Heroes were not uncommon on the TV. Pa was a WW2 vet Japan theater. Pa was also an influence on my decision to serve. I currently advise anyone who asks my opinion. Do Not Join.
ReplyDeleteAlways liked Black Sheep Squadron. Pappy Boynton. Hogan's Heros was great too
ReplyDeleteBSS was late to the party, IIRC.
DeleteI always remember the Japanese pilot who would fly over their base, and taunt Boynton over r the radio, " hey, Boyington!", un-sync his engines and piss everyone off.
Dare I mention F-Troop? When entertainment was entertainment.....
ReplyDeleteIs that Rashida Tlaib front and center?
ReplyDelete