Re: what a slimey person
Hi Bruce
I consider that I have also made my point - we disagree.
Some authors receive expenses to purchase photographs - I never have.
Royalties on WWII aviation books are probably at an all time low. However, I don't write for profit (although its always appreciated), but because I value history. If I am able to share what knowledge I have amassed over many years of research (mainly with no-longer-with-us veterans), then I am content.
Some authors charge a fee for information, others charge for copies of photographs. I have always allowed any photographs from 'my' collection to be used - often without any form of acknowledgement.
History belongs to all - and should be free IMHO!
Brian
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