Ultimate Sacrifice Memorial Guest Log
MY HEART FELT THANKS TO ALL OUR BRAVE YOUNG MEN WHO FOUGHT AND SOME DIED FOR OUR FREEDOM! THANKS AGAIN TO ALL WHO FLEW AND FOUGHT AND ARE STILL WITH US. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL! CECIL WOLFE AGE50
Have visited Maddingley where many of your brave boys lie near Duxford where our B17 'Sally B'honours them each time she flys.
Glad you saved her. I've looked at that wartime picture of My Gal Sal sitting on the ice since childhood. Good Luck!
My father was stationed at Snetterson during the latter part of the war, from late 1944 until May of 1945, when he ended up in Texas training Chinese pilots. He flew the B-17, was in the 96th Bombing Group, 337th Squadron. His files were lost in the 1973 fire in St. Louis and my family is trying to find out as much information about his time at Snetterson as we can. My father was killed in August of 1946 in a routine training flight back in the states. This book is quite nice and a great tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice during World War II. My father flew 35 bombing missions and came home in one piece, only to get killed back in the states.
I am a great nephew of Wayne Heckendorn, his brother Norman Heckendorn was my grandfather. Thanks for maintaining this history!
Sure would like to be around for the dedication, but at my age time is running out.
My thanks to you for posting this site. I first heard of 'Sal' while reading about another aircraft from that same flight. None other than the P-38 now called Glacier Girl. Sal of course being a B-17 is my favorite aircraft. My uncle Fred Young was an instructor pilot on B-17s and later in the war B-29s. Between hearing his 'war stories' and growing up near Wright-Patterson AFB. I was and am still quite enamored by B-17s. Please post some pictures of the restoration when possible. All the best. Sincerely Craig Williams
I did some searching and not only found the crew list, but a picture with my grandfather in it. Thank you for your restoration that means so much to me now.
Dear Mr. Ready, Infinite thanks to you and all involved in the USM as well as the USM Foundation. Have you ever thought of creating merchandise with the image of "My Gal Sal"? The Cincinnati Warbirds use a place called Cafe' Press, I believe, where it does not cost them anything, out of pocket, and a great deal of the proceeds from the sales of the merchandise (which can be anything from t-shirts, coffee mugs, hats, clocks, etc.) could go to help you and the Foundation. Just a thought and a great way that everyone can not only show their respect and honor via a contribution but also a way in which people can get the word out about what you are doing. Infinite thanks again! Angel
My grandfather, Kenneth Bright was on the plane when it went down in Greenland. He was on his way to England and hitched a ride on My Gal Sal for the trip during the war. If anyone knows of anyplace that I can find his name on a flight record of passengers, I would really appreciate it.
Congratulations on the progress of "My Gal Sal." My Dad (Charles Fink from Cincinnati) was a Flight Engineer Gunner on a B-17 during WWII. I'm still looking for anyone that served with him in the 8th Air Force, 351st Bomb Group, 508th Squadron, 94th Wing. If you know of anyone, please e-mail me. Thanks!!
My girlfriend, Pam Morgan, and her mother just returned from the 483rd Bomb Group reunion in Covington, Ky, last week where her father, Harding Morgan was honored at a memorial service (he passed away this past year). He was a mechanic on their B-17's during World War II, and she told me about your restoration project with "My Gal Sal"! As a former Aerospace Engineer (for the Navy) and a Vietnam Vet., I always find stories like this one fascinating! All the best! John "Sandy" Sanders
Thank you for all of the awesome work you have accomplished. What a wonderful trubite to our Heros. Thank you to My Father for his gift of valor for my freedom. Henry P. Burlew WWII Rear Tail Gunner B17 483rd. I could see the tears in his eyes tonight when you started that B17 engine. Thank You Again. DAB
Stopped to see the restoration yesterday. Wow, what a detailed and impressive memorial you've created! Thanks.
Hello, I was just looking for any info on my grandfather's time during the war and I came across this site. He was at first in the 12th air force 96th squadron 2nd bombardment group, and later became the 15th air force 5th wing. they were moved to Foggia Italy from North Africa. The name of his plane was the tuff or tough titty. He was the tail gunner. His name is Ray Anderson from Clarke county Alabama. fortunately he is still alive , but unfortunately this is the only info he has given me in my 35 years. He doesn't like to talk about it. I think the site is great, keep up the good work.
Mike Moriarty
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I was there today with my car for the car show. I am and always have a been a WWII history buff and have always liked the stories about the fighters and the bombers. When I heard and read the story of this plane and it's crew, it made me reflect on what we take for granted now. I would like to maybe help out in the future with sweat equity and my neighbor might want to also.
My grandfather was with the 99th bomb group/15th AAF in WW11. the B-17 has always had a special place in our hearts. Good luck and God speed in your dedication to our men and women who served our great nation so proudly!
Hi, I stumbled across your site doing research for another project I just wanted to say thanks for putting this site together. It's a great resource, and it also does a wonderful job commemorating the memory and the history of our amazing heroes from that generation.
Love the site, great job!
Great site! I love the pictures and it's amazing what you're doing with the restoration.