Description: Story of the experiences of a B-17 navigator with the U. S. Eighth Air Force in Europe during WW2, with photos taken during his tour of duty and news articles describing his missions. Also included are sections showing aircraft photos and war posters.
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I n 1998 I came across a journal which I had written while in the service during the years 1942 to 1945, covering my experiences as a navigator with the Eighth Air Force in Europe during World War II. I had forgotten about this journal until I accidentally found it while rummaging through my attic. My original intention was to type it up on paper, make photocopies of it, and distribute these copies only among my family, relatives, and friends who I thought might be interested. At the urging of my family, I
March 18, 2021