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Date:: 08 Sep 2003

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Name:: Patti gates
address:: gates_jon@msn.com
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Date:: 16 Sep 2003

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Wow! My father in law never talks about the war. Now his grandkids can appreciate what a role he played and what a hero he, and all of these men are. Amazing stuff, wonderful legacy to share and pass on. And he was SO YOUNG at the time makes it even more remarkable. Hats off to you! By the way, I proudly boast that my father in law is Edward (ted) Gates.

Name:: Burghard Filzer
address:: burghard.filzer@aon.at
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Date:: 17 Sep 2003

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Great website. Very interesting for me who is living in the area (Innsbruck).

Name:: Gary Yocca
address:: bippchen@comcast.net
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Date:: 02 Oct 2003

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My father was a T/Sgt radio-gunner with the 489th Squadron of the 340th Group, and was shot down on May 25, 1944 over Italy. He was captured by the fascists, and somehow managed to escape and get back to safety after nearly a month. The sacrifices made by these men made the world what it is today. Thanks

Name:: Nick Richard
address:: nickr@addr.com
URL:: www.addr.com
Date:: 03 Oct 2003

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Name:: Ian Waterlow
address:: riwtrlo@telus.net
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Date:: 05 Oct 2003

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I was ground crew electrician with 417, from Foggia to the end of Italian C ampaign. Down the street from me in Sidney BC is Bill Symes who was an instrument basher at the same time. I have written a detailed account with pictures of the 417 squadron days in Italy for my grandchildren, would you be interested. Also is there a 417 sqd association, Bill seemed to think he was a member of one some time back. I was at Cold Lake in 1984 for the colour parade and closing down of the squadron along with other groundcrew members, all of whom have since died. Ian Waterlow RCAF R120249

Name:: Neil Mandt
address:: rebekka2@hotmail.com
URL:: http://www.credit-cards-with-low-apr.com
Date:: 16 Oct 2003

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Well Done!!!

Name:: John Aasen
address:: gregoryaa@yahoo.com
URL:: http://www.corporation.bz
Date:: 16 Oct 2003

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just wanted to say nice site

Name:: Harish Mandyam
address:: ferike23@hotmail.com
URL:: http://www.logo--design.com
Date:: 16 Oct 2003

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You did a nice job on creating this website! Good stuff! Keep it up! See you!:-)

Name:: Luigi Sammartino
address:: Lsamm@tin.it
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Date:: 19 Oct 2003

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Sono in cerca di informazioni che riguardano il bombardamento di Cupello (ITALIA) del 3 novembre 1943. Cerco qualche veterano o pilota del 340 th che possa darmi una testimonianza, delle fotografie o altri documenti VI RINGRAZIO

Name:: Brian Lenz
address:: mblenz@cox.net
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Date:: 23 Oct 2003

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Any one recall my father Norbert Lenz. He was a radio operator on the 25 and became a ground engineer the rest of the war. Possible in Foggia. Thanks

Name:: Christopher Daniel Koplitz
address:: 2021c@ureach.com
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Date:: 24 Oct 2003

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Hi I'm trying to find out my famly tree. I'm 26 and my mother is Marla Elder Koplitz And my father is Daniel R. Koplitz. If any one has a full famly tree or any input please reach me at 2021c@ureach.com

Name:: Karen Tatelman Nelson
address:: klynel@comcast .net
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Date:: 26 Oct 2003

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Thank you. I heard about your site from my brother. My dad, Bernard Tatelman, died in 1964. I still remember him telling stories about WWII.

Name:: LUIGI SAMMARTINO
address:: Lsamm@tin.it
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Date:: 26 Oct 2003

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I am a citizen of Cupello, a country of the region Abruzzo in central Italy. During the second world war, November 3 rd 1943, my country was bombed from allied airplanes and particularly from the 340th bombardment group, 489th bombs squadron. One of the photos of the bombardment are present in this site internet. As I am making a historical search on the facts happened in 1943 I ask to whoever can give I help me documents, news, testimonies, filmed, photos etc. If some veteran of 340th exists, some pilot, someone whom has participated to the missions on Cupello I would like to invite him/it to a historical rievocazione and to furnish me a testimony of the happened facts. Thanks from ing. Luigi Sammartino

Name:: Gary
address:: ozmagictours@yahoo.com
URL:: http://www.ozmagic.homestead.com
Date:: 28 Oct 2003

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I enjoyed looking around your web site. It is very well done. Visit Oz Magic and leave a link in our guestbook if you like. Child friendly site with some educational value. Great sections on Crocodiles, Sharks and Humpback Whales.

Name:: Vince Mango
address:: vincemango@yahoo.com
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Date:: 31 Oct 2003

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Love the nose art! I'll be going through my dad's pics for more if you like.

Name:: kirk
address:: popsex@stormloader.com
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Date:: 03 Nov 2003

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hi, I acquired leather A-2 flight jackets for research, preserved, collection and display. Currently also planning a archive...If any of the veterans are still in posession of your jacket, I would be interested in hearing from you. popsex@stormloader.com

Name:: kirk
address:: popsex@stormloader.com
URL:
Date:: 03 Nov 2003

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Name:: r james mclean
address:: mcleanduart@earthlink.net
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Date:: 04 Nov 2003

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I'm the younger brother of a pilot in the 428th bomb sqdrn - he flew 68 mission from august 1944 to april 1945 - many in the Brenner Pass. I/m writing his story for my family - he was killed in a crash on 6/9 practicing to fly home - I appreciate your article of the flak there - it gives a better ubderstanding of what he faced.

Name:: Darren Elder
address:: dcelder@household.com
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Date:: 05 Nov 2003

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My grandfather (Charles S. Stout) was a navigator in missions primarily in Italy and Africa. I went to two reunions with he and my grandmother (Darlene Stout) in St. Louis and San Diego. Love the history of the 57th. I would love to see if anyone has pictures or anything they could provide if they knew Chuck. Thanks

Name:: Roy Billet, Jr.
address:: Bigbluchevy@earthlink.net
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Date:: 09 Nov 2003

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Great site, but I wish I had found it before my Father passed away last year. He claimed to have been assigned (enlisted man)to 488th BS from Feb - Jun 43 in North Africa, but never received the European-North Africa campaign medal. His personnel records were among those destroyed in the St. Louis repository fire of '73. In trying to substantiate his claim, I've researched the 340th BG and 448th BS archives at Bolling AFB, in addition to the National Archives without success. Anyone there have any ideas where else I might look?

Name:: Michele Nemeth - Massa
address:: michele1983@optonline.net
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Date:: 11 Nov 2003

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Name:: Joseph C. Vincent
address:: joseph1918@idirect.com
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Date:: 13 Nov 2003

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Joined RCAF in Jan. l940, trained as AEM at St.Thomas, Ont Posted to Camp Borden. Went overseas to Uk 1941 and was with 401 sqdn. and 1348 servicing echlon until posted to 417 sqdn being formed at Tain, Scotland. Stayed with 417 until mid- Italy then back to Uk and 6 group bomber sqdn. Returned Canada Dec. 1944 and received discharge June 1945. Service #R52787, Sgt.J.C.Vincent. Presently living in Mississauga, Ont.Anyone remember? E mail if so.

Name:: Renato Monticone
address:: monticone@tosv.it
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Date:: 13 Nov 2003

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Good Mornig! I'm looking for activity report of 379th squadron (310th bomb. group, 12° airforce in North Italy (1944). Might yoy help me to find information? I tank you very much Sincerly from Italy Renato

Name:: Forrest L. Westbrook
address:: westbrook@ou.edu
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Date:: 07 Dec 2003

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hello please include my information in the 57 th registry to receive only that related info .. I was crew chief on 9W aircraft number 43-27659 which was the only aircraft known to have completed 157 combat missions without an early return ... I was stationed in North Africa, Sicily, Italy, Corsica and back to Italy from 1943 through 1945 and through to war's end ... also survived Mt. Vesuvious eruption and German air raid in Corsica ... am a life member 57th Bomb Wing Association ... enjoyed your website and look forward to hearing related info and other 57th members ... thanks for all your efforts ...

Name:: Forrest L. Westbrook amendment
address:: westbrook@ou.edu
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Date:: 07 Dec 2003

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can also correspond to Rt 2 Box 152A Wellston, OK 74881

Name:: kathleen sonon
address:: ksonon@att.net
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Date:: 10 Dec 2003

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i have wonderful pictures from my dad c.walt hafer of the 486th . iwould like to know the whereabouts of some of any remaining men in this squadron. i need help in identifying some of the men in these pictures. he was a hydraulics specialist and was wounded at the attack at alesan,corsica. he passed away december,1998 and i am trying to finish a photo album for the grandchildren.

Name:: Guido Vitelli
address:: guivi@libero.it
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Date:: 13 Dec 2003

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Ogni anno che passa, il ricordo di ciò che è accaduto 60 fà torna nella mente di tanti, il bombardamento aereo, di cui con precisione non non si sà la verità, eppure ci sono stati oltre 150 vittime, di ogni età. Ormai, chi ha sbagliato, forse è in cielo, non con il bombardiere, ma al cospetto di Dio. Noi Cupellesi Vi perdoniamo, se qualcuno ha delle immagini o documenti potremo metterli nella storia della nostra cittadina, vi prego inviateceli. Con stima saluti fatemi sapere qualcosa in merito

Name:: Craig Greenbaum
address:: corun@medievalist.org
URL:: medievalist.org
Date:: 25 Dec 2003

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My father was TSgt Bernie Greenbaum, Old Ironsides I, II and III. He flew mostly with Capt. Ross Hagerman. I've got many pictures of nose art and some other interesting photos, including the aftermath of the bombing of Corsica by the Germans. I will be putting those up on my website at some point. I also have his diary which I am transcribing and will one day publish. Nice site, thanks. Craig

Name:: Robert Huschak
address:: huschak4@cox.net
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Date:: 29 Dec 2003

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I am trying to track down as much information as possible concerning my Grandfather's career. His name is Salem M. Green from Pittsburgh,PA. He was a gunner assigned to the 321stBG, 446thSQDN on a crew that crash landed at an air strip of the 340th during an eruption of Mt. Vesuvius. If anyone has any additional information please email. Thank You LT Robert Huschak USN - Proudly serving America just as my Grandfather did before me

Name:: Steve Nelson
address:: snelson4@midsouth.rr.com
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Date:: 15 Jan 2004

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My dad, Lt. Mark Nelson was a bombardier in the 340th, 488th Squadron, and arrived in Italy early 45. He passed away some time ago, and Please let me know if anyone knew him. thanks

Name:: wayne A.pruemer
address:: scooter @ineffingham,com
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Date:: 15 Jan 2004

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My great uncle was Roman Lidy. He served in the 489 Bomb squadron as an engineer gunner. I think his plane was "Snot Nose". I received his photos after my great aunt passed away. Many are arial photos of bombing raids.

Name:: Michele
address:: cusna@katamail.com
URL:: www.grupposagittario.com
Date:: 21 Jan 2004

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Hello, anyone from 310th BG who was shot down over italy on june 7, 1944? We have found a B-25 crash site and attempt to know his history, thanks. Please reply to cusna@katamail.com

Name:: Pat O'Brient
address:: pat-jackie@msn.com
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Date:: 28 Jan 2004

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Great site. I am a WWII buff. Was in the AF during the Korean conflict, flew as crew cheif on B-25's, was stationed at Moody AFB Valdosta, Ga. 1952-1955.

Name:: Cline Hagerman
address:: clinehagerman@juno.com
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Date:: 28 Jan 2004

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My brother was Capt. Ross Hagerman. He was a pilot of a B-25 over Italy in World War 2. I recall his mention of the name Greenbaum. He died Oct. 22, 1992. I wish he were still here to visit this web site. I'm sure his wife and children will find great interest in this site. Thanks.

Name:: PATRICIA WIELAND (DILLON)
address:: RALWIE@MSN.COM
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Date:: 03 Feb 2004

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PLEASE HELP! LOOKING FOR 488TH BOMB GROUP HISTORY BOOKS TO BUY OR COPY. APPRECIATE THE WEB SITE TO REMEMBER OUR FATHER THOMAS DILLON. THANKS

Name:: Don Stein
address:: mdstein@dc.rr.com
URL:: 428 Sqdn. Corsica 1944
Date:: 16 Feb 2004

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Would like to hear about any pilots from the 428 th. sqdn.Carl Littlefield --Bill Spakey --etc.stationed Ghissonicia and Phillipville 1943 & 1944

Name:: Jesse J. Craddock
address:: b25jay@sbcglobal.net
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Date:: 21 Feb 2004

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Pilot -321st B.G. 447th B Sq.. Nov. 1944-June 1945 Would appreciate info from anyone regarding Capt. Ed Phillips who was shot down on a mission to San Ambrosio in the Brenner on 17 Jan. 1945. He was killed as were all crew members, but I am trying to locate any family members . He was in the 310th B.G.

Name:: Tom LaPere
address:: cptnkamikazi@yahoo.com
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Date:: 28 Feb 2004

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i know someone who was in the 12th air force, name "Ack Ack" Morrone, he was in the 12th airforce, the 57th bomb wing and the 310th bomb group- 380th squadron, i was wondering if you had any pictures of him in it, im tryin to get a package together to send to him and i think that this would be a good thing to include, thank you very much, TOM

Name:: Paul Sarraillon
address:: xena.warrior.princess@shaw.ca
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Date:: 06 Mar 2004

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I served in the 417 Squadron of the RCAF, Aircraft maintenance and I am looking to contact any others who served between 1942-45. If you have any information, please contact me at 204-344-5405

Name:: Steve Lankford
address:: photolank@mwt.net
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Date:: 15 Mar 2004

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I am loking for anyone who knew of my father, Staff Sgt. Raymond Lankford,447h bomb sqdn, 321st bomb grp,N. Africa 1943, plane name, Snafu, Pilot, 2nd Lt. Wilton Brinkley.My father was flight engineer/tail gunner. He had a small dog named "poochie" that went on combat missions with the crew.

Name:: jose martinez cicchini
address:: martinezcicchini@hotmail.com
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Date:: 17 Mar 2004

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aqui en cupello nacio mi abuelo

Name:: Christopher P. Samuels, Capt USAF
address:: sarahchris@mac.com
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Date:: 28 Mar 2004

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I'm looking for historical or personal information regarding my grandfather, Archibald Phillip Samuels III who served as a bombardier in the 340th Group, 487th squadron. Please direct me to any interesting information regarding him or his unit. Thanks....Chris Samuels

Name:: David Dunn
address:: info@dldproductions.com
URL:: www.dldproductions.com
Date:: 29 Mar 2004

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My Step-grandfather was a waist gunner on a B-25 over Italy,(1943-44?), but I don't really know much more than that. Although, I think he was a T/Sgt. His name was John Cullen. If anyone remembers him, and can tell me how I can get some pics of the nose art of the plane he was on, that'd be great. I'm making a 1/48th scale model in his memory. He past on back in '86. If there is anyone with ideas of how to search for further info, I'd be up to it. Thanks, David

History

HISTORY OF THE 57TH BOMB WING

HISTORY OF THE 340TH BOMBARDMENT GROUP

FLAK GUNS IN THE BRENNER PASS

RCAF 417 - THE "CITY OF WINDSOR" COMBAT SUPPORT SQUADRON

13 MAY 1944, ALESAN FIELD, CORSICA

THE AIR WORLD

IMAGES FROM THE 488TH

EGYPT

MILITARY RESEARCH HELP PAGE

People

JOHN F. KOPLITZ, PILOT, RCAF, RAF, AAF