Tortured into fake confession : the dishonoring of Korean War prisoner Col. Frank H. Schwable, USMC / Raymond B. Lech.

Author/creator Lech, Raymond B., 1940-
Format Book
Publication InfoJefferson, N.C. : McFarland, ©2011.
Descriptionxi, 192 pages : illustrations, portraits ; 23 cm
Subjects

Contents The inquiry -- The wing -- The preparation -- The capture -- The camp -- The menticide (Part I) -- The menticide (Part II) -- The transfer -- The ship -- The arrival.
Abstract " In 1952, during the Korean War, Colonel Frank H. Schwable was held prisoner of war by Communists. After months of physical and psychological torture, he signed a confession asserting the U.S. had used germ warfare on Korean civilians. After his release, an official inquiry into his false confession uncovered the effect psychological torture had on his actions"--Provided by publisher.
General noteIncludes deposition of Col. Schwable.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. 187-189) and index.
LCCN 2011028711
ISBN9780786465484 (pbk. : alk. paper)
ISBN0786465484 (pbk. : alk. paper)

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Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Joyner General Stacks KF7654.5.S3 L43 2011 ✔ Available Place Hold