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Hello, I'm new here and would like to learn more on WW2 German history. I had a great uncle that was killed in Germany during WW2. He flew in the 99th BG 347th SQ. He was shot down with his crew on April 30th 1944.
I want to learn more on the German side of the war. I have collected some German rifles and a pistol. I'm looking forward in learning more here.
Thanks, Lee
Welcome Lee.
Lots to learn here! Looking forward to seeing your firearms.
Not sure if you have done any research on your Uncle. The 347th flew B-17's. Here is a bit of history on them.
99th Bombardment Group in World War II - Honor Roll Project
The 99th Bomb Group in World War II
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Thank you Map for the link the the 99th BG. I was a member of their historical group back in the day, but never did sign back up. My great uncle flew on 33 missions. Him and his crew were shot down near Bologna, Italy and were immediately captured. They were sent to Stalag Luft III. While on the forced march from the POW camp, my great uncle escaped, he was shot and killed along with a buddy.by MAP
Here is a few pictures.
Lee,
Welcome to the forum.. Incredible family history. Thank you for sharing with us..
My name is Lee also spelled Leigh...
But my friends call me Smitty..
Smitty
Thank you, Smitty. That isn't all of my family history during WW2. My avatar photo is the Mitchell Monument were a Japanese balloon bomb exploded killing 6 people. Two of them were my great aunt and uncle from Bly, Oregon.
Welcome to the forum Lee.
Semper Fi
Phil
Thank you Phil
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