The Battle of Midway

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Hey Dogg, well I was heavier handed than I intended, but that's how it went. Thanks for the kind comments on the book. I'd like to offer to you, and anyone with questions/comments about the edits I made, to feel free to contact me directly at jonp@combinedfleet.com. As for DC, yeah, that's likely--dunno when, though. Tony and I just spoke last week at the Pritzker Military History Library (www.pritzkermilitarylibrary.org), and you can view the webcast of the talk from their site if you get yourself a login. Just an FYI.

  • I will. Thanks for the tip. Palm_Dogg 03:55, 15 February 2006 (UTC)Reply
    • I do not know if you are aware of this, but you incorrectly filed the FAC request for the article Battle of Midway. I went ahead and filed on your behalf. Wikipedia:Featured article candidates/Battle of Midway leads to the newly created page. I wish you luck for the upcoming candidacy, but be aware that since you nominated the page you must make a good faith effort to adress any objections raised during the articles run through FAC. TomStar81 03:14, 4 June 2006 (UTC)Reply
      • Thanks very much for fixing that. I knew I had screwed it, but I hadn't gotten around to figuring out how to fix it. Frankly, the instructions weren't all that clear (maybe it's a test--if so, I failed!  ;-)) I really appreciate your helping me out. -jon-

Richard E. Fleming edits

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I found your edits on Richard E. Fleming#Postwar myths and clarifications regarding Fleming's attack very interesting reading. Would you please provide reference(s) for the information. Thanks —ERcheck @ 02:09, 18 April 2006 (UTC)Reply

Hi Richard,

First, you can read the actual citation of Fleming's MOH--it clearly states that 1) he missed, and 2) he crashed near the ship. Second, if you want to read an account of the Japanese side, see my book, Shattered Sword: The Untold Story of the Battle of Midway, pp. 362-363

Cheers,

-jon parshall-

Midway - Radar

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Sorry to bother you, but I'm just finishing a dissertation on the Pacific carrier doctrine of the Americans, and was wondering if you knew who the Yorktown's (CV-5) radar operator was at Midway, since he seems to be rather good? (see pg 293 of your book). Thanks --J.StuartClarke (talk) 16:53, 17 March 2008 (UTC)Reply

Season's tidings!

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To you and yours, Have a Merry ______ (fill in the blank) and Happy New Year! FWiW Bzuk (talk) 17:18, 25 December 2012 (UTC)Reply

Upcoming Wikipedia meetups

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In the area? You are invited to the upcoming Minnesota meetups.

To kick-off monthly meetups in the Twin Cities, two events will be held in Special Collections at Minneapolis Central Library this summer. These are mostly planned as opportunities for Wikipedians to discuss editing, but all are welcome!

Special Collections contains many valuable historical resources, including the Minneapolis Collection, consisting of files on hundreds of topics related to Minneapolis from neighborhoods to politicians (it's best to call or email in advance to request materials). Free wifi and several public computers are available.

Place: Minneapolis Central Library, 300 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis
Special Collections (4th floor)
Dates: Saturday, June 1
Saturday, July 6
Time: 12:30pm–2:30pm+

For more info and to sign up (not required), see the meetup talk page.

This invitation was sent to users who were interested in past events. If you don't want to receive future invitations, you can remove your name from the invite list.innotata 14:08, 24 May 2013 (UTC)Reply

Great American Wiknic

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In the area? You're invited to the Great American Wiknic.

Place: north of Minnehaha Falls in Minnehaha Park, Minneapolis
Date: Saturday, June 22, 2012
Time: 12–4 pm

  • Accessible from the Minnehaha Park METRO station, bus, walk, bike, or car
  • If driving, free parking available on 46th Ave. S, and pay parking in the park
  • Food and drink options nearby, or bring your own... maybe even to share!

For more, and to sign up (encouraged, not required) go to the meetup talk page.

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Minnesota Wikipedia Meetup on August 3

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In the area? You are invited to the upcoming Minnesota monthly meetup on August 3.

Place: Lavvu Coffee House
813 4th St SE, Minneapolis 55414
Date: Saturday, August 3
Time: 1:00pm-3:00pm+

For more info and to sign up (not required), see the meetup talk page.

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innotata 23:45, 24 July 2013 (UTC)Reply

Wikipedia Day Meetup on January 18

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In the area? You are invited to the upcoming Minnesota meetup in commemoration of Wikipedia Day.

  • Place: Seward Cafe
2129 E Franklin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55404
  • Date: Saturday, January 18, 2014
  • Time: noon

For more info and to sign up (not required), see the meetup talk page.

This invitation was sent to users who were interested in past events. If you don't want to receive future invitations, you can remove your name from the invite list.innotata 04:11, 10 January 2014 (UTC)Reply

February 2014

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  Hello, I'm Doniago. I noticed that you made a change to an article, Rogue wave, but you didn't provide a reliable source. It's been removed for now, but if you'd like to include a citation and re-add it, please do so! If you need guidance on referencing, please see the referencing for beginners tutorial, or if you think I made a mistake, you can leave me a message on my talk page. Thank you. -- DonIago (talk) 14:06, 28 February 2014 (UTC)Reply

Invite to the Minneapolis Institute of Art

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Minneapolis Institute of Art edit-a-thon
  • Date: Saturday, October 24, 2015, 12pm–4pm
  • Location: Minneapolis Institute of Art Friends Community Room, 2400 Third Avenue South, Minneapolis
  • Sponsor: Minneapolis Institute of Art
You are invited to attend an Art+Feminism edit-a-thon at Minneapolis Institute of Art which will be held on Saturday, October 24, 2015. This editing event is dedicated to improving and increasing the presence of cultural, historic, and artistic information on Wikipedia pertaining to women artists.
--gobonobo + c 20:55, 21 October 2015 (UTC)Reply

Invite to an edit-a-thon at the Loft Literary Center

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The Loft Literary Center edit-a-thon
  • Date: Thursday, February 11, 2016, 6–8pm
  • Location: Loft Literary Center, 1011 S Washington Ave, Room 203, Minneapolis
  • Sponsor: The Loft Literary Center
Hello Jparshall! You are invited to attend an edit-a-thon at the Loft Literary Center which will be held on Thursday, February 11, 2016. This editing event is dedicated to improving and increasing the presence of cultural, historic, and artistic information on Wikipedia pertaining to artists from marginalized communities. Please bring a laptop. Refreshments will be provided.
We have also recently formed a user group for Minnesota editors. If you would like to join, please add your name to our page on meta. Thank you, gobonobo + c 23:15, 6 February 2016 (UTC)Reply