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May 21, 2014 18:36:13   #
hopthecop Loc: salisbury md
 
The RCAF operated only six B-17 Flying Fortresses during the Second World War, but not as offensive weapons. Instead, they were stripped of their guns and, operating from Ottawa, were stuffed with letters and packages for Canadian servicemen fighting in Europe. Their only enemy was the weather, and as you will see, it took a devestaing toll. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.vintagewings.ca/Home/tabid/40/language/en-CA/Default.aspx

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May 22, 2014 08:23:37   #
Zebra5 Loc: Area 51
 
Great story! Thanks

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May 22, 2014 08:31:46   #
FrumCA
 
Very interesting! Thank you.

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May 22, 2014 11:29:34   #
vj62 Loc: Fairfax, VA
 
Great story. Never heard of this before.

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May 22, 2014 15:36:16   #
hopthecop Loc: salisbury md
 
you all are welcome....I like to find something besides the political crap, altho I'm guilty of that at times also....

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May 22, 2014 15:36:16   #
hopthecop Loc: salisbury md
 
you all are welcome....I like to find something besides the political crap, altho I'm guilty of that at times also....

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