My father flew a B-17 Flying Fortress during WWII. Now it's my turn. By Josh Max
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DOOK wrote:
Very interesting, Brian. The Flying 'F' is certainly a legend. 
Sure was Earl.
Jun 26, 2017 21:15:13 #
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dirtpusher wrote:
Lot of guns for one bird
Yes indeed. Lived up to its name!
Jun 26, 2017 22:48:47 #
bcheary wrote:
Yes indeed. Lived up to its name!
A lot of good men lost their lives bringing down those beasts!
Jun 26, 2017 22:50:36 #
ken hubert wrote:
A lot of good men lost their lives bringing down those beasts!
Are you talking about crew members?
Jun 27, 2017 06:37:06 #
richosob
Loc: Lambertville, MI
bcheary wrote:
http://www.popularmechanics.com/military/aviation/a27037/flying-b-17-bomber/?
Great story, I would imagine that flying on a plane like the one your dad flew in during WW 2 is an emotional moment. I can understand the tears in the eyes of the young lady that was on the plane. Have always loved the stories of the people in WW 2 and have watched many documentaries and read a number of books. The sacrifice of these brave men and women will never be forgotten.
Rich
Jun 27, 2017 07:55:01 #
Jun 27, 2017 09:33:43 #
I had a very close friend who flew in B-17s as a waist gunner during the war. I never knew much about his experiences until very late in his life when he finally wrote about them. Until then I never really knew that the man I hunted with was truly a hero as was every man who flew bombing missions in those planes. We owe them more than could ever be repaid. May God bless them one and all.
Jun 27, 2017 10:01:16 #
richosob wrote:
Great story, I would imagine that flying on a plane like the one your dad flew in during WW 2 is an emotional moment. I can understand the tears in the eyes of the young lady that was on the plane. Have always loved the stories of the people in WW 2 and have watched many documentaries and read a number of books. The sacrifice of these brave men and women will never be forgotten.
Rich
Rich
That wasn't my Dad Rich it was Josh Max's Dad.
My Dad was in the South African Army which fought with the allies in the East and North African campaigns. I agree with you about all the sacrifices. Jun 27, 2017 10:01:38 #
Jun 27, 2017 10:04:21 #
dragonfist wrote:
I had a very close friend who flew in B-17s as a waist gunner during the war. I never knew much about his experiences until very late in his life when he finally wrote about them. Until then I never really knew that the man I hunted with was truly a hero as was every man who flew bombing missions in those planes. We owe them more than could ever be repaid. May God bless them one and all.
Amen to that. There were many unsung heroes out there that were reluctant to share their experiences.
Jun 27, 2017 14:14:14 #
My father also flew B17's during WWII. He flew 30 missions over Germany. I also got to fly on one several years back. Quite an experience.
Jun 27, 2017 15:33:39 #
richosob
Loc: Lambertville, MI
bcheary wrote:
That wasn't my Dad Rich it was Josh Max's Dad. My Dad was in the South African Army which fought with the allies in the East and North African campaigns. I agree with you about all the sacrifices.
My Dad was in the South African Army which fought with the allies in the East and North African campaigns. I agree with you about all the sacrifices. I know, just said that it would be an emotional moment to on the same plane as your dad (meaning the writer of the story) sorry if I confused you. Growing up in South Africa must have been a little different from the states, although I shouldn't judge since I have no knowledge of the times.
Rich
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