Why B-17 "Memphis Belle" was So Special? Boeing's Flying Fortresses in World War II
- Episode aired Apr 10, 2021
- 24m
Despite it's ability to sustain heavy damage, in the bombing raids of World War Two Europe the average B-17 Flying Fortress survived just 13 of the crew's 25 mission tour of duty. So it was ... Read allDespite it's ability to sustain heavy damage, in the bombing raids of World War Two Europe the average B-17 Flying Fortress survived just 13 of the crew's 25 mission tour of duty. So it was a cause for celebration when the Memphis Belle became one of the first bombers to complete... Read allDespite it's ability to sustain heavy damage, in the bombing raids of World War Two Europe the average B-17 Flying Fortress survived just 13 of the crew's 25 mission tour of duty. So it was a cause for celebration when the Memphis Belle became one of the first bombers to complete 25 missions. It was sent home along with the crew for a publicity tour. Here is the story... Read all