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I Was Just a Radioman: The Memoirs of a WW2, Pearl Harbor Survivor Kindle Edition

by Pamela Ackerson (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.1 out of 5 stars 621 ratings
Their hearts were strong, and their courage endless.

Pearl Harbor survivor, Black Cat radioman, and decorated WW 2 veteran. ARM H. P. Lawrence, tells the true story of the fight against the Japanese in this compilation of his memoirs.

One of only a handful of non-Native American code-talkers, H. P. Lawrence became a member of an elite fighting force, the Black Cats. Flying in their nocturnal missions, the Cats claws were sharp and their aim deadly.

From devastation to victory, the story of these brave men−the deadly, mysterious, and illusive Black Cats is a journey into the past where nightmares came true and hatred reigned. A time in history we should never, ever forget.

The day which will live in infamy…was just the beginning.

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Pamela Ackerson

Pearl Harbor, Black Cats, Pacific Theater, WW2
WW2 Pearl Harbor survivor, decorated veteran, and Black Cat Radioman

The true story of a WW2 veteran, Pearl survivor and Black Cat, in his words. This is how he wanted it told, no drama, no fluff. A time in history we should never, ever forget. The day which will live in infamy…was just the beginning...

Pamela Ackerson

International, Barnes & Noble, Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author

Pamela Ackerson has a passion for history and science which makes her a perfect candidate as a time traveling adventurer. She lives on the Space Coast of Florida where everyone is encouraged to reach for the stars! With over 70 published books, she's a multi-genre author who writes time travel, westerns, Native American, historical fiction, nonfiction, WW2, inspirational, self-help marketing and advertising, personal and travel journals, and children's preschool/first reader books.

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Reviewed by Charles H. Bogart (NavyHistory.org)

This self-published monograph was compiled by Ms. Ackerson to preserve the family history of Aviation Chief Radioman Henry Lawrence's service in World War II. The audience at which the book is directed is family and friends. Henry Lawrence, in June 1940 at the age of seventeen, joined the U.S. Navy Reserve unit at Newport, Rhode Island. On 12 May 1941, he was called to active duty and sent to Aviation Radio School at NAS Sand Point outside of Seattle, Washington. On 19 November 1941, he arrived in Hawaii as an Aviation Radioman and was assigned to VP 22 located on Ford Island. VP 22 at this time was flying PBY-5 Catalina flying boats.

Chief Lawrence's tale of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor is told in six pages, which add little to what has already been written about the 7 December 1941 Japanese attack on Ford Island. His service in the Pacific Theater from 1943 to 1945 was as a radioman on board PBY-5 Catalinas of VPB 71. His service in VPB 71 is told through a series of vignettes that focus on the carrying out of nocturnal patrols in the waters of the Southwest Pacific and off the coast of Formosa. These flights, Black Cat Missions, were carried out by flying at 1,000 feet above the sea, searching for Japanese merchant ships to attack. These vignettes are full of nuggets of information about U.S. Navy Black Cat operations during World War II.

Chief Lawrence's account of his service in World War II ends with The war's over! I will thank Colonel Paul Tibbets, his Enola Gay, and celebrate August 14th for the rest of my life. Once discharged from the Navy, Chief Lawrence spent the next 18-years in the Naval Reserves.

This book is an interesting read, but I suspect that only the hard-core World War II naval aviation aficionado will place this book in his library.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01MRL3T88
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 16, 2016
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 8.6 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
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  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 80 pages
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We asked Grok to Roast Pamela Ackerson and this is what we got. Please keep in mind that "Roasting is humorous and all in good fun".

Pamela Ackerson, an author with a knack for jumping through time like it's a trampoline at Disney World, has penned over 70 books, which is impressive until you consider she's probably time-traveled to write them all at once. Born in Newport, Rhode Island, where history supposedly seeps into your DNA, she's now on Florida's Space Coast, perhaps hoping to be the first author to launch a book into orbit.

Her career trajectory is like a Choose Your Own Adventure book - from child psychology to real estate, with stops at owning a dance studio and editing content. It's as if she's collecting careers like some collect stamps. But let's talk about her writing - she's a jack-of-all-genres, master of... well, let's say she's very versatile. Time travel, Native American history, WWII, and children's books - if there's a genre, she's probably tried to squeeze her pen into it.

Her personal life reads like a Hallmark movie with three daughters, three grandchildren, and a husband so wonderful she hasn't plotted his demise yet. But let's roast her literary output: with so many books, you'd think at least one would have won something substantial, but it's like she's the queen of her own little award ceremony in her imagination.

Her online presence is commendable - giving away books like they're Halloween candy. But let's be real, Pamela, with that many titles, you're not just an author; you're a clearance rack at a bookstore. And while living near Disney might fuel her imagination, one wonders if she might confuse her writing process with a ride at Epcot - all futuristic and hopeful, but you're just going in circles.

In summary, Pamela Ackerson is the Swiss Army knife of literature - handy, multifunctional, but let's hope she sharpens her focus before she attempts to write in yet another genre. Here's to hoping her next book isn't just another stop on her wild, genre-jumping rollercoaster

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Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and Wall Street Journal bestselling, award-winning author, Pamela Ackerson is a time traveling adventurer. She was born and raised in Newport, RI where history is a way of life. She lives on the Space Coast of Florida where everyone is encouraged to reach for the stars!

Her literary journey is as diverse and adventurous as the time-traveling escapades she writes about. With a rich tapestry of genres at her fingertips, she weaves stories that span from the wild frontiers of the Old West to the intricate cultural tapestries of Native American history. Her work doesn't stop at fiction; she delves into the realms of history, self-help, and even marketing, showcasing a versatility that resonates with a wide audience.

Ackerson's presence on the Space Coast of Florida reflects her forward-thinking approach to writing, always aiming for the next big leap in her storytelling odyssey. Her prolific output is a testament to her dedication to her craft, inviting readers to join her in exploring the vast landscapes of human experience and imagination.

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Customers find the book well-written and easy to read, with one review noting it's a fun read about a radio man. Moreover, they appreciate its historical content, with one customer describing it as an interesting account of WW2 experiences. However, the book receives mixed feedback regarding detail, with several customers finding it not detailed enough.

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45 customers mention "Readability"42 positive3 negative

Customers find the book well written and fun to read, with one customer specifically mentioning it kept their attention throughout.

"Tells a vivid description of life in service to our country during WW2. A must read for anyone. Two words just to post my comment is ridiculous" Read more

"This is a very short book, written in first person like an extended letter home to loved ones...." Read more

"This book was a narrative as told to the author regarding one man’s service in the Pacific during World War Two...." Read more

"This is a great read about one of Americas Greatest Generation...." Read more

7 customers mention "Writing quality"5 positive2 negative

Customers find the writing quality of the book easy to read, with one customer noting it is written in first person.

"This is a very short book, written in first person like an extended letter home to loved ones...." Read more

"...what his duties were and a bit more information on his missions, easy to read with large text" Read more

"Not particularly well written and kind of brief treatment...." Read more

"...That enriched this tale so much Well organized, written with a fluid style That kept the reader s attention..." Read more

5 customers mention "History"5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the historical content of the book, with one describing it as a true military story.

"An interesting account of WW An interesting account of service in WW An interesting account of serving in PBYs in WWII...." Read more

"This large print, true military story was a perfect Christmas present for an elderly friend. He really enjoyed it." Read more

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4 customers mention "Interest"4 positive0 negative

Customers find the book engaging, with one mentioning it provides an interesting account of serving in PBYs.

"I liked the story of a radioman during WWII that was not a Navajo Code Talker and shows his side of the communication world." Read more

"I was just a radio man was interesting. It gives you an idea of what it was like to be on patrol in a PBY Catilina." Read more

"...An interesting account of service in WW An interesting account of serving in PBYs in WWII...." Read more

"Interesting about his personal experience, but lacking in details" Read more

14 customers mention "Detail"3 positive11 negative

Customers find the book lacking in detail, describing it as boring and a snoozer.

"A short book with highlights of one man's life in the Navy. Not a lot of detail, but still interesting." Read more

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"...Some of the things I thought were quite interesting were the descriptions of the aircraft and how they were used in the war...." Read more

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  • Wayne Lemmerhirt
    5.0 out of 5 stars A great book about WW2
    Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2025
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    Tells a vivid description of life in service to our country during WW2.
    A must read for anyone. Two words just to post my comment is ridiculous
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  • frzstat
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good book! Like an extended letter home from a Naval aviator in WW2.
    Reviewed in the United States on June 11, 2024
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    This is a very short book, written in first person like an extended letter home to loved ones. Of course Lawrence would not have been able to share most of the details during the war. Not a lot of details really, but great conversational style. God bless our WW2 sailors, airmen, marines and soldiers. And Lawrence specifically thanks the merchant mariners, who risked their lives to supply those deployed overseas.
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  • Jon Mckenzie
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book
    Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2025
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    I liked the story of a radioman during WWII that was not a Navajo Code Talker and shows his side of the communication world.
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  • Toe Tag
    3.0 out of 5 stars A fast, easy read
    Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2017
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    This book was a narrative as told to the author regarding one man’s service in the Pacific during World War Two. The narrator was a radioman on a PBY Catalina flying boat in the war.

    Some of the things I thought were quite interesting were the descriptions of the aircraft and how they were used in the war. These flying boats could carry two thousand pounds of bombs and had half a dozen machine guns of various types attached to them. While they were a lacking in elegance in comparison to other period aircraft, they certainly could attack shipping quite successfully.

    Another interesting aspect of the book was the personal description of the attack on Pearl Harbor. There were some details mentioned here that I was not completely aware of. It was also hard to imagine such a young man being present at such a major and tragic event.

    This book is told very much in the style of a fireside chat. It lacks some details in places where it would have been nice to know more. However, if you see it as an old man telling a story it is quite fascinating in places. When a book is this good it is hard not to want more.
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  • Psychofan1
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great fast read.
    Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2025
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    Not a long book at all, but it’s a good memoir. Reads much like you’re having a coffee with the author.
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  • Airshows
    4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book, way to short
    Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2023
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    This is a great read about one of Americas Greatest Generation. He Does a dangerous job without complaint from Pearl Harbor to the South pacific and the end of the war. I would have given it 5 stars but I was left wanting more about his experiences and greater detail of events. Thank you for your service, Radio Man H.P Lawrence.
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  • grandmagail
    5.0 out of 5 stars The large print in this book and the quality of paper is excellent!
    Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2024
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    If you have anyone that loves history, this is the book for them. The big print And quality of paper makes it easier for those that have site problem to read. I definitely recommend this big print book.
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  • The book showed up undamaged and on time, it's a gift so that was important
    5.0 out of 5 stars Came on time and not damaged
    Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2024
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