Sadly, I announce the passing of another member of the 569th my Dad, Ralph H. Everly, of Pottsville, Pa. He died Dec.30, 2006. Serving with the Mighty 8th filled him with great pride and my ears with great stories. If anyone associated with the 569th remembers him, please contact me. Dr. Karen Garner dr.karengarner@mac.co  12/31/2006 11:57 AM

Thank you for the site. My son has gone to it many times. This marks the first time for me. I was a navigator in the 568th. My ships name was Starduster2. It was my good fortune to take part in both Chowhound and the repatriation of slave workers to France from Austria. Two stories that may be of interest. Before we left on the first food mission we took our old stove filled it with rocks put in the bomb bay separate from the food packages and managed to drop it on the Germans as we passed over their site at the coast. The Dutch in an effort to thank us. Spelled out THANK YOU YANKS in the tulip beds. It was quite a site and brought tears to our eyes. Hope you find these stories of some interest. Sincerely, Jerry Hoffman jm178@COMCAST.net 12/28/2006 3:55 PM

My father, Clarence W. Medeck, now deceased, flew 25 missions with the 390th, 570th Bomb Squad out of Parham, England, from August thru December 1943, on Betty Boop/Pistol Packin' Mama. Thanks to this website, I have the names of a couple of his crewmates but would like to find the names of the rest. There are a few of his photos with the plane and crew that would be nice to have names to put with their faces. I would be willing to share the photo(s). Thanks much! Darla Johnson, cdjohnso@eot.com 12/23/2006 4:46 PM

Gary Bratton, you have sent two inquiries to the Research Department. I have answered, but your computer has blocked our address. If you want the information I have for you please unblock, or add our address to your address book so our reply will reach you. C.Beaubien, Research Volunteer, 390th BG Museum, Res390th@aol.com 12/23/2006 11:48 AM

I urge all descendants of 390th BG personnel interested in preserving the heritage of our forefathers to not only purchase a copy of the Blue Book (available through the Museum), but to become members and attend the upcoming Reunion of the 390th this coming Spring 2007 in Tucson.... the volunteers who have sustained the Museum are following the inevitable path of life and it is incumbent on us, the succeeding generation, to provide the resources to sustain the heritage and spirit of sacrifice of those who gave all to preserve our freedom... a spirit of sacrifice that we need to sustain as we watch all of the thousands of shell shocked kids come home from Iraq trying to adjust to the rat race of life without IED's and mortar attacks... If you don't think it's important, it's these kids who will talk to their kids about the importance of service to country and self sacrifice who will fill the ranks of our noble military and defend democracy against the madness of despots hell bend on imposing their twisted view of life on the the passive masses unwilling to take a stand... Heritage is important for it is the benchmark against we are judged... I urge all to help the Museum in its efforts to remember the fallen, the missing, the individual and collective sacrifice of 20 something young people, who, with the passage of time, became our fathers, uncles, mothers and aunts.... their stories are worthy of preservation... Charlie Rohr, rohrlaw@comcast.net 12/22/2006 10:28 PM

Have been collecting the history of our World War 2 veterans since 1998, in the form of documents (copies) pictures (copies) and the military history of that veteran I have been very fortunate to have interviewed, either by e-mail / mail or in-person or over the phone. I currently have 180 World War II veterans, from all branches, in my private library. I hope to hear back from those who wish to share there stories with me. Pete Minix, USMC, Esprit de Corps, pdmmm@msn.com 12/22/2006 3:13 AM

I was looking for info on THE SPIRIT of 76 bomber and came across your site. The page says that no known photos of the 76. My father in law, Kenneth Hand, now deceased, was in the Army Air Corps stationed in England. We have a 8x10 photo of a group of 14 men standing beside a portion of the 76. I do not know if these men are crew or support personnel...his job was packing parachutes. The men cover part of the 76 art. The photo shows two German crosses and 65 bomb symbols. If the photo is of interest, I would be honored to send a photo quality copy. Please advise. I am curious to know what the symbols mean and more history about the crew, if these are crew in the photo. Bill Eviston, eviston@aol.com 12/21/2006 9:12 PM

Hello, Where do I look ? My uncle Robert Glennon was only 22.His plane went down they say in the everglades on training mission from Savannah Georgia with crew in Dec 43 or 44. All crew assumed deceased. They never found plane. One wife of one crew named Laura Mclure had had a baby 6mos or so and just gotten over the flu. I was looking for more info. I am an only child. No family left on my fathers side. Thanx, he was my uncle I never met. Elizabeth Glennon Hathaway, elizah97@yahoo.com 12/21/2006 8:48 AM

My father Charles Rohr served with the 390thBG/571st squadron... he is mentioned prominently as the pilot of the pathfinder B-17 on the largest bombing raid in history, a mission to the Duren Area on March 16th, 1944 as chronicled in the research area of the 390th Memorial Museum website. Dad was a very enigmatic soul, never, ever talking about his WWII experiences... I never knew about his role in this raid until recently when I was tipped to the existence of this site... If there is anyone left who can share a tale or two about dad, it would help his son understand a very distant and remote father... Charles Rohr Jr. rohrlaw@comcast.net 12/19/2006 11:33 PM

My father in law, Elden Marquardt, was a nav on the "Take It Easy" crew, 390th-571st from 12/44 to 4/45. I am looking for any remaining crew members or descendents. Mark has great stories of the 35 missions he flew. Jack Bohan, jcbo@iglide.net 12/13/2006 4:36 PM

I would, as others have before in past years, like to hear from anyone who has memories of the loss of the two B17s and airmen over Weston in Hertfordshire, England during mission #179 in 1944. Kind regards, Steve Scott, torrenscott@tesco.net 12/12/2006 10:53 AM

I am an air-war researcher and a member of the so called “Aircraft M.I.A. Project”. We collect information on the USAAF crews over Polish territory. To read about us visit our web site, please: http://www.samoloty.ow.pl/amiap/  I am collecting information for my book on the USAAF missions to my hometown – Poznan in Poland. The 390th BG has flown 3 missions to the area of Poznan (also know under its German name POSEN at WW2). February 20, 1944 (due to overcast Rostock, Germany attacked). February 24, 1944 (due to overcast Rostock, Germany attacked). April 11, 1944 (due to overcast Rostock, Germany attacked). I am interested in any information on these missions, including documents and personal accounts. I am looking for pictures of crews and their ships too. Regards, Mike Mucha, mikefly@poczta.onet.pl 12/8/2006 8:28 AM

Today I was at a funeral at a Jewish cemetery here in Los Angeles. As I was standing at the gravesite, I noticed a grave marker that had the name Smith (I don't remember the first name) and the words 8th Air Force Spot Remover. I was intrigued, googled the words, and ended up on your website. Your history states that the crew members on the Spot Remover ended up as POWs in Germany. I am wondering if anyone knows if the Germans knew that they had a Jewish prisoner, and, if so, if he was treated differently from the other prisoners. As the daughter of Austrian Jews who emigrated to the United States at the start of the war, I want to say thank you to all of you who helped defeat the Nazis. I and my family would not be alive without your bravery. Diane Tuchmayer, dianetuchmayer@hotmail.com 12/5/2006 8:48 PM

My dad (Spencer White) served in the 571st squadron. He passed away in 1985, but I was fortunate enough to locate one of his crew mates a few years ago through this website. The crew mate's name is Thomas Hart, and we sent quite a few letters back and forth and even spoke on the phone a few times - I feel very lucky to have been able to do that- it was amazing to hear someone who knew my dad so long ago describe him just as I knew him. Mr. Hart passed away on 10/04/06. I can't help but feel a sense of loss as yet another of 'The Greatest Generation' has left us. Thanks for keeping the museum going - it's a wonderful connection to an amazing generation of people. Corey White, cgw1967@yahoo.com 11/28/2006 9:43 PM

My father, Richard Colby, was in the 390th Bomb group, 569 squadron. He was a prisoner at Stalag 17 for 17 months, 25 days. Released via Frankfurt when war ended. I would like more information about him. I have a picture of his squadron I can send if wanted. Joyce Colby Hobby, BJHobby@Juno.com 11/26/2006 3:55 PM

I visited the museum Feb 2004. When I was there I talked with Col Richard Bushong for quite some time. As an army veteran, I know the sacrifice made in service of our county. Thank You for your service Then and now. I really enjoyed my time at the museum with Col. Bushong. When you guys are all gone, you will be missed but never forgotten. The stories and history told that day will stay with me forever. Thank You so much. Jason D. Lowder, jdlowder1@yahoo.com 11/16/2006 5:00 PM

I am trying to find information concerning the naming of "I'll Be Around" and if it is in fact related to the 1941 Alec Wilder song of the same name. I would love to hear some first-hand information concerning this as I have read elsewhere on this site that the crew agreed on the name and the pilot painted it on the plane. Thanks for your help. Richard Lewis, lewis100@optonline.net 11/7/2006 11:31 PM

My Grandfather passed away about 14 years ago and only recently have I discovered, he was an Engineer/Top Turret on the El Lobo in 1944 with the 568th. Anyone with any information regarding David E. Dittman, please contact me. He was my best friend. I miss him. Meghan Bernier, meghankbcr@cox.net 11/5/2006 8:37 PM

My dad, Francis H. Ryan, served in the 568th Bomb Squadron, 390th Bomb Group during the war. He died in 1992. I retired from the USAF in 1987 after 20 years of service. I remember reading his Blue Book when I was a kid. An amazing chronology of an incredible time. Martin Ryan, mryan@gate.net 11/5/2006 4:31 PM

My half-brother, Charles "Cush" Cushman, flew 35 missions in B-17s with the 8th AF, beginning on D-Day 1944 when he was 21. I am just beginning Internet research to try to pin down what unit he was in with not much to go on except one of our late mother's treasured photos showing Cush in his flight jacket with the "4 Aces and Joker" patch. I Googled this and found the entry in your 2006 guestbook by Jim, the son of "Shorty" Cochran who wore the same patch so they presumably were in the same outfit (390th BG, 570th SQ). Unfortunately Cush died quite young in 1965 in a car-pedestrian accident (how about that for irony?) so I can't get any info from him. Understandably, he didn't like to discuss his combat experience so I never talked with him about it while he was alive. Your excellent site has been a great help to me so far. Keep up the good work! Bob Turner, glts416@verizon.net 10/31/2006 1:50 AM

Hello, My Uncle was Major Ralph V. Hansel who was shot down and died during the mission to Emden, Germany on Dec. 11, 1943. I have become the family genealogist by default and would like to have any information regarding Major Hansel that would contribute to this was hero's history. Thank you very much. Roy Burress, margeroyb@earthlink.net 10/27/2006 12:00 PM

My grandfather was with the 390th. His name was James C. Hall. He was with crew 37, 569th bomb squadron. He was shot down on Sept. 10, 1944 and was a POW till liberation at Stalag Luft I in northern Germany. If anyone knew him I would love to hear from you. I think your website is wonderful. Allison Bass, maznbass@earthlink.net 10/18/2006 4:14 PM

My dad, James C. King, Jr. was in the 569th. He was shot down 12/11/43 on mission 036 to Emden. He says his bomber was named "Heaven Can Wait", but your list says he was on "Wild Children". Can you help? Thanks, I enjoy your site very much. James C. King, M.D. jcking@utmb.edu 10/10/2006 5:50 PM

My Uncle, Thomas F. Rountree, flew while stationed at Parham Air Field, Framlingham England. I have been trying to locate the Book about the 390th to see if I can find any old photos that might have him in it. If anyone has any photos or knows who I may talk to about getting more information please let me know. Thanks. Micah Beck, eaglekeeper2004@yahoo.com 10/9/2006 11:27 AM

I have recently found information of my father who was Richard H. Colby. He was in the 390th Bomb Group, 569 Squadron. He was shot down and in Stalag 17 for 18 months. I have a copy of his statement of capture. Is there anyone who has more information of him? Thank you. Joyce Hobby, BJHobby@Juno.com 10/5/2006 4:19 PM

My fiances father was in the 390th. His name was Evan "Bud" Delaney. If anyone is around that would remember him, please contact me at the email address. Thank you. Barbara Luann Smith, libertytree@zoominternet.net 10/2/2006 8:21 PM

My grandfather is trying to find information & pictures about his brother Bruce Reed Riley. He was with the 390th group of the 8th USAF, and flew in the Schweinfurt mission. My grandfather recalls a Life Magazine that had Uncle Bruce & his plane on the cover, it was named the "Norma J" for his wife. I have not been able to find anything on him. We are hoping that someone who looks at this guestbook will remember him. My uncle passed away in 1971, but he was highly decorated as finally a Major with the USAF, and also worked with NASA in the space program in depth. Any information about Bruce Riley would be appreciated. Sheila Allen, seame67@wmconnect.com 9/30/2006 10:06 PM

Your site is a great tribute to the men who flew during WWII. It is with a heavy heart that I tell you that my grandfather, Edward Hanel, who served under Art Jenkins in the Square J as a B-17 tail gunner, passed away August 4th, 2006 at the VA medical center in Buffalo, NY. He was very pleased to find out that your organization was there to ensure that the stories and history was not lost. From the information I could find in his belongings, he was a member of the 390th Bomb Group Veterans Foundation and received the Square J Bulletin. Thank you so much for remembering our veterans and their sacrifices. James Jandrew, jljandrew@earthlink.net 9/27/2006 9:37 AM

I'm looking for any information on a B-17 named Battle Angel. My wife's grandfather, Orville Austin, was a gunner. Thanks for any help. M Starcher, mdjas@swbell.net 9/25/2006 10:22 PM

First of all, I'm really grateful to have found this website, as I have been searching for information on my late father-in-law, Thomas E. Carson. He was a navigator in 2 different BG while with the 8th AF, the 390th BG, 571 BS being the first of them. He flew 20 combat missions while with the 571st , from Aug. 1943 to Nov. 1943. Later he was transferred to the 482nd BG, 812th BS @ Alconbury as one of the Pathfinders. As I am building a 1/72 scale model replica of a B-17G and plan later to build an F model, I would like to know if there is anyone out there who remembers "Jim" and what plane or crew to which he was assigned. I am particularly interested in a/c serial numbers and nose art. I know that the 390th had the letter J in a square box on the tail. I have searched thru several publications in the public library, and gotten some info from the internet. There doesn't seem to be as much info on the 571st as on the 569th and 570th. I found a lot in "The Mighty Eighth" by Roger A. Freeman and "Round the Clock" by Philip Kaplan. As I read accounts of the 8th Air Force I find myself in awe over how anyone could have survived these missions over Europe with the defense put up by the Luftwaffe. What a debt we owe all these men like Thomas Edward Carson! Thank you for this opportunity. Doug Miller, dvrdiambl@verizon.net 9/8/2006 2:06:04 PM

I have just recently spoken to my uncle, 1st Lt Edwin Kirschner copilot 390th 571st Stark's Ark, about his wartime exp. What an amazing story. He is still with us and doing well. Just found this site. Can't wait to tell him. Mark Kirschner, mkirschner@comcast.ne  9/7/2006 10:35 PM

Thank you so much for your great site and assistance. Since posting my original entry about my Great Uncle Howard K. Brooks (390th/570th/Crew 54) and placing a research query with your Research Department, I have established contact with and received much assistance from Mr. Kelley Presswood (570th Veteran) and Howard's Pilot Mr. Donald Hassig. In addition, I have sent e-mails to others including Mike Garcia (son of Mr. Elpilido Garcia, Crew 64 Ball Turret Gunner) and a Terry Sadler (son of Mr. Bob Sadler, an Army Air Corps Veteran who possesses pictures of Howard's Liberty Belle after it landed in Belgium and prior to its salvage). Your site has inspired me to join as Descendent Member and to continue my search for further information. Thank you. Matt Laird, mankato1995@hotmail.com 9/2/2006 10:16 AM

My name is Matt Laird. My Great Uncle Howard K. Brooks (brother of my grandmother Edith Brooks Laird) served during WWII and was killed in action. My family had very little history on Howard’s WWII service, and I set out on a quest to learn more about this man and to document his experience as best I could. I started with an obituary from Otho, Iowa and conversations with my Grandmother Edith and her sister Gwen, and learned the following: Howard was a Technical Sergeant Radio/Gunner on a B-17 assigned to the 8th Airforce in England and was KIA on 02/ 14/1945 while flying a combat mission. He was temporarily interned in the Henri-Chapelle military cemetery in Belgium before being returned home to Otho. My grandmother recently requested Howard’s military records at my request, but we learned that his records were destroyed in the St. Louis fire. My long search brought me to your website. I searched your database and was amazed at discovering a wealth of information. The following was gleaned from your website‘s database. Howard was assigned to the 390th Bomber Group, 570th Squadron, Crew 64 as a Radio Operator at Framingham Station 153, Parham, England. Howard was KIA on 02/14/1945 while on a mission to Cheb, Czechoslovakia along with Waist Gunner John A. Cullen. Their plane, the Liberty Belle, was salvaged on 02/18/1945. Your database included records of Howard’s twenty-eight (28) missions, most of which were on the Liberty Belle, including the ill-fated mission of 02/14/1945 . Your website indicates that your organization has constructed a memorial to the men who served in the 390th. I am interested in learning if Howard’s name is memorialized on that site or in any other information your organization may have concerning Howard’s service, such as the names of the his fellow crew members serving on the Liberty Belle on his last mission, any photos that the 390th may have of Howard, etc. I also located a link to a Liberty Belle website. The photos and history documented on that site were very moving. However, I am not certain whether or not the refurbished Liberty Belle and Howard’s Liberty Belle are the same based on limited information contained on the plane’s website. In a manner of minutes, your organization was able to answer so many my family’s questions. I want to thank your organization for the splendid work that has been done to document the history of the 390th and the men that served in it. Please advise me on the best way to further pursue my quest to learn more about Howard’s service and to preserve his memory. Sincerely, Matt Laird, mankato1995@hotmail.com 8/22/2006 6:36 PM

My grandfather has passed last year and we found his discharge papers~ on it he served with this group until 11 Oct 1945. His name was Everett G. Walker. His place of separation was Sioux Falls, AAF South Dakota. I am just trying to find anyone who might know ANY information at all. He rarely talked of the past and we are all interested in any information that can be given. Thank You so much for your time. Amy Snyder, snydera005@hawaii.rr.com 8/22/2006 5:05 AM

Thanks for a great website and a great museum in Tucson. I visited there several years ago and was greatly impressed, to put it mildly. You are all to be congratulated for a terrific job well done. My brother was James S. Mayall, Jr. He was the navigator with Lt. Edgar Moody's crews on 8 missions from 6 June to 29 June 1944. On Mission 139 on 29 June, their plane was damaged by flak over Germany, they limped home, and ditched in the North Sea. My brother and one other crew member, Donald Downie, were KIA during rescue operations. The rest of the crew survived; their story is told on page 149 in "The Story of the 390th", in the section titled "The Goldfish Club". The other members of the crew were Edgar W. Moody, pilot; William H. Nugent, co-pilot; Daniel R. Simpson, bombardier; Donald J. Beeson, top turret gunner; Walter Bell, radio operator; Ottavio F. Zanetti, waist gunner; Charles V. Gray, waist gunner; and Robert J. Gillmore, tail gunner. I would be delighted to be in touch with anyone associated with the crew or otherwise interested in this incident. Bob Mayall, rbmplm@aol.com 8/17/2006 1:09 AM

First off I would like to thank all the veterans who served our country in a time of need. I am looking for any info regarding my grandfather. His name is Leslie Wilkinson. He was a master sergeant in the 390th 568th squadron. He was a head inspector for the B-17's. He died very young after the war due to a heart condition. Anyone who knew him or has any stories please email me as I would like to know more. Thank you so much for this forum and I wish everyone the best. Mark Laratonda, mark8792@yahoo.com 8/10/2006 9:19 PM

Last weekend I visited the museum at Parham Airfield in Suffolk England and was bowled over to discover the realities of life as an American Airman in WWII England. The roll of honour is a testament to bravery of the airmen of the 390th and to all US airmen who served in the UK during WWII. It was a privilege to lower my head for a minutes silent remembrance. Thank you. Vic Williams, vicrws@hotmail.com 8/9/2006 7:08 AM

I can remember many a Wednesday night growing up... As my mom was bowling, my dad, Sgt. Ralph Birk, ball turret gunner, shared his memories of the 390th with me. This web site is tremendous and a fitting tribute to those who did what many said was impossible. Douglas Birk, dbirk@usa.net 8/7/2006 9:06 PM

Hello, I’m a Frenchman, aviation enthusiast. I’m 42 years old (born in 1963, in Chalon/Saône, Burgundy, 340 kms South of Paris), and since I was a child, I’ve always loved everything’ flying. In 1944 (3rd September), a B-17 from 381st BG named “Sweet Patootie” (serial 42-31569 GD-E) made a crash-landing in my village (DAMEREY) 15 kms East of Chalon. All the 9 men were captured par German soldiers and became POW (or EVD). In 2000, I’ve found 5 survivors from this crew (co-pilot, bombardier, top turret engineer, tail gunner and ball turret gunner), it was a great pleasure to ear them ! I’ve put them in contact (they don’t seen each other since 1945…) It was a very emotional story. I made a display which talked about their mission (in 2001). I participated to the making of a book (with a friend of mine, name of the book, translated : “Crash in Saone et Loire – it is the name of our area – 1939-1945, allied and enemies planes) Now, I have a young friend who just have created a French web site dedicated to the B-17 (the address is : http://b-17-flying-fortress.actifforum.com/index.forum ). This friend make a very good job, and I help him as much as I can. The most important activity is forum to talk about B-17. I have one request : It would be an honour if you agreed to let us talk about your website and if you permitted to show some pictures from it (of course, we always quote our source). We have actually the agreement of these websites 351st Bomb Group (Mr. Ken Harbour) http://freespace.virgin.net/ken.harbour/ 381st Bomb Group (Mr Mike Salas) http://www.381st.org/ 303rd Bomb Group (Mr Gary Moncur) http://www.303rdbg.com/ 95th Bomb Group http://www.95thbg.org/ Bye, A friend from France, Sincerely, Daniel Bon, daniel.bon@wanadoo.fr 7/29/2006 10:51 AM

I'm looking for any information about my grandfather who has passed away. His name was Daniel Duncan Timney and he was apart of the 390th. I don't know much other then, that he was a gunner and that he was 16 when he joined. Any other information will be greatly appreciated. Mark Marshall, marshallmt@sbcglobal.net 7/28/2006 8:34 PM

Hello Sister Group, I think your website is wonderful. I would appreciate an assist, can you please tell me at what altitude you guys were assigned to on the Nov. 5, 1943 mission to Gelsenkirchen, Germany. I appreciate your prompt help. Jan Riddling, janr@100thbg.com 7/27/2006 7:01 PM

I am the eldest daughter of Alfred Homeier, and this site gives me another place to understand what my father experienced while in WWII. I thank all of you who have spent so much time and effort in producing this site. The information you have saved from destruction is invaluable for all the generations to come. It is quite a thing to have your father's name pop up on a web site -- especially after hunting through the big blue book for it since you were a young child. Kathleen Jefferson, 7/23/2006 5:21:36 AM

Hello, my name is Tommy Sommer. My grandpa was in your group. His name is Ralph Sommer. I would like to hear about what you did with him. bye,bye. p.s. I am Mark's son. Tommy Sommer, tcws@insightbb.com 7/21/2006 10:26 PM

After visiting Normandy last week, I am more interested than ever to see if anyone knew my Uncle, 1st Lt. Raymond Townsend. He was the pilot of "Townsend's Terrible Ten" that went down April 8, 1944. He is MIA. I would love to hear from anyone that has any information. Thanks so much. Pattie Siegel, pkcty@aol.co  7/20/2006 5:26 PM

I am still attempting to locate WILLIAM A. CHANDLER, 390th BG, 569th BS, Crew 39 and 31. Bill was the pilot of my Uncle's crew. After the war he worked for the petroleum business. If anyone knows of a way of getting in touch with him or his family, I would appreciate it. Thank you. Craig Bartosh, bartc17@comcast.net 7/17/2006 2:06 PM

It is hard to match words and emotions but this is a personal thank you to each and every WWII veteran. You and your sacrifices for the freedom of the world will never be forgotten. Please continue to tell your WWII experience to the youth. You've given us so much freedom for so many years that many ,today, have no idea what you truly accomplished in your youth. As the proud son of a 390th veteran, I grew up hearing the stories my father "G.W. Hauskins" told us of his time as a "Ball Turret Gunner" with the 390th. Of his crew and their duty, sacrifice, valor, pain, starvation as POWs after "Yankee Doodle Dandy" was shot down on 29May44 over Lipzig, and finally liberation in 1945. Of the 390th BG never being turned back by the enemy. The loss of his "buddies" and the joy of being reunited after years of putting their lives back together in the post-war years. You fella's are all hero's to me. Thank you to the volunteers and visionaries who established and support the museum. I hope to one day visit and tour the museum with Dad. Yours is truly the story of the relationship of sacrifice and freedom. God bless you all. Jesse R. Hauskins, hauskins@comcast.net 7/1/2006 5:55 PM

I am looking to find anyone who knew my uncle, S. Sgt. John 'Jack' DiTrapani, from Long Beach, CA. He was a ball turret gunner in the 390th. KIA on July 7, 1944 when his plane collided with another B-17 over Hoorn. Bob Shurtleff, bewithabob@aol.com 7/1/2006 8:55 AM

I was assigned to the 570th and flew as pilot 36 mission mostly in G.I. Wonder from June 25th to Nov 9th,1944. I made a autopilot landing with both #2 and #3 engines shut down at station 153 due to a lot of intense battle damage from the mission to Hamburg in mid Aug. 1944. Robert L. Longardner, robertlongardner@sbcglobal.net 6/28/2006 7:29 PM

Got to be one of the most comprehensive websites available. The war stories take me back to the time when men gave up all their tomorrows for us; the photos and video clips are overwhelming. Great links to other sites too. Don't know what to suggest for improvement. Just like to say thanks. Myron "Owlfoot" Sievers, owlfoot_whiteheart@juno.com 6/21/2006 11:45 AM