indigo_prime

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indigo_prime18 karma

Many thanks for the reply, just found this on Wikipedia!

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/833d_Bombardment_Squadron

And a picture of some of the planes from the 833rd on a mission here:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:486bg-b17.jpg

Perhaps this is of interest too:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2lJUD2PT6Os

indigo_prime16 karma

I'm guessing that you were stationed in the UK. Where were you stationed and is there anything or anywhere in particular that you remember or that brings back a vivid memory of your time overseas?

Although I've seen the name of the plane you flew, can you also give details of the squadron that you flew with and during which time periods?

I live just outside of Cambridge and there were lots of airfields around here that hosted American forces. For many that didn't make it home, Madingley Military Cemetery became their final resting place, that's about 15 minutes from where I live.

Link: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cambridge_American_Cemetery_and_Memorial

indigo_prime3 karma

I met Martin McGuiness whilst I was conducting a roadside checkpoint in South Armagh in 1991. As patrol photographer, I had to get a picture of him. When he saw the camera, he rolled down his window and said 'Don't worry son, I won't forget your face either'.

Now I see him on television constantly and always think back to that moment. Knowing his involvement with the IRA I have to say that you are more forgiving than I could ever be.

Both he and Gerry Adams are scum and accomplices to many murders so I applaud your ability to get past that.

indigo_prime2 karma

Have you ever had to ignore a heckle because it's just been too damn good?