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To: 2CAVTrooper; Mr.Unique; TalonDJ

Yes, the one I saw has the script logo. I have a pic, but no way to post it here. I stand corrected. All this time I thought it was THE Memphis Belle. Rats! I even bought one of her spark plugs as a souvenir. Still, it WAS a B-17, and I do have one of her spark plugs!

West Memphis...lol


50 posted on 05/17/2018 1:11:59 PM PDT by bk1000 (I stand with Trump)
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To: bk1000

An encounter with ANY B-17 is a joy and a privilege.

I’m glad you enjoyed yourself regardless of the provenance of the plane.

I took my Dad to our local air show many years ago. His Dad (my Grandfather) was a waist gunner in the 8th Air Force.

I knew the warbirds would be arriving late Friday morning, so I surprised him with a visit.

My Dad had never seen a B-17 up close. As soon as it landed, we ran to climb aboard. My Dad stood where his Dad did his business, just looking out of the opening. There was a tear in his eyes.

Dad passed away three years ago. I will never forget that day.


72 posted on 05/18/2018 2:32:40 PM PDT by Peter W. Kessler ("NUTS!!!")
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