Thunder from the skies


Friday, June 10, 2005 | 3 comment(s)

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The Wings of Freedom Tour stopped in North Bend on Thursday afternoon.

Called the backbones of American airpower during World War II, the Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress and the Consolidated B-24 Liberator, were heavy bomber aircraft. Thousands of American military personnel flew in the planes fighting valiantly in over enemy territory more than years ago. The B-17, in front, is one of only 10 flying examples of its type still flying today, and the B-24 is the last such model still flying American skies. These rare World War ll aircraft will be at the North Bend Municipal Airport until 1 p.m. today and are available for people to take close-up views for a small fee.
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Sue wrote on Apr 7, 2007 7:47 AM:

What a lucky young man to have someone who cares enough about him to guide him in a way to build character.

Ms Perry wrote on Feb 13, 2007 10:22 AM:

I am sad to see the tower go..I used to take my children (Now grown) there to fish for the perch under the pilings. But I am even sadder to see the originally proposed boardwalk will no longer be a part of the development. I was looking forward to walking my Grandchildren down it.

Richard wrote on Oct 25, 2006 12:25 PM:

Thank God there was no mention of supposed "global warming." It's nice to see unbiased, factual (not speculative) reporting.


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