Shares the fascinating story of a top-secret WWII unit that used inflatable tanks, sound effects, and illusions to fool the Germans on the battlefields of Europe.
The Ghost Army airs Monday, May 27 at 9 p.m. on WXXI-TV.
War, deception, art and glory come together in the documentary film The Ghost Army, the astonishing true story of American G.I.s — many of whom would later have illustrious careers in art, design and fashion — who tricked the enemy with rubber tanks, sound effects and carefully crafted illusions during WWII. Filmmaker Rick Beyer tells a remarkable story of a top-secret mission that was at once absurd, deadly and amazingly effective.
LOCAL CONNECTION: New Yorker Arthur B. Singer, who served in World War II as a member of The Ghost Army, was an American wildlife artist. Mr. Singer posthumously received the Congressional Gold Medal for his service in the secret WWII tactical unit last March.
His son, Alan Singer, a retired RIT professor of art, and his family accepted the award on his behalf.
<< This is a self-portrait of Mr. Singer.
On display in the Anthony Mascioli Gallery at the Central Library, Rundel Memorial Building through May 18, 2024, is “Our Nature,” a collection of artworks from the Singer family – Arthur Singer, Judy Singer, and their sons, Paul Singer and Alan Singer.
Click here for details about the exhibition.