The Luftwaffe's English language course

While conducting research related related to the history of Coxyde airbase during the German occupation, I inadvertently stumbled on something I didn't expect: a section of an English language course published by the Luftwaffe's 'Luftgau Belgien-Nordfrankreich' (HQ in Brussels, Belgium).



As a non-native speaker, requiring constant practice, I found this especially fascinating. I couldn't help comparing with the course I attended years ago in order to apply for the NATO English language proficiency tests.

Unfortunately, I only managed to only find one single section. It would seem though these sections were published and distributed on a periodical basis.

I couldn't resist sharing some extracts you may find of interest...





The text hereunder, for example, was used as translation exercise.



I am curious as to your reactions

KR,
Christian

 

Really useful English vocabulary for German military personnel

 

I wonder where they found the texts for the exercises... and which authority approved their publication.
Take this one, for example.

 

This specific vocabulary exercise seem designed to serve more practical purposes.
Keep in mind this is part of a language course.

 

I always thought the only English word the Luftwaffe needed in the Battle of Britain was "Spitfuer"

 

Apart from the historical context, I can't help admiring the pedagogical professionalism behind this document - especially when I compare this to my son's high school English language course. The author of this language course did a remarkable job.

 

They even learned to sing in English !

 

Astounding !
I'd never expect to find this in a 1941 Luftwaffe English language course - for all intents and purposes an official document !
Their censor must have been fast asleep !
In those days, in occupied Europe, anyone even whistling these tunes would have been picked up on the spot.

 

Are there American versions of any of the above?