Monday, April 28th 2008, 7:31 pm
For Stokes, riding in the Liberty Bell was a privilege, but for the veterans who joined her, it was a step back in time.
This particular B-17 was built toward the end of the war and never saw any combat. It's painted to match the colors and nose art of the original Liberty Belle that flew countless missions with the 390th Bomb Group of the 8th Air Force.
With several combat crew positions throughout the plane, the view is unbelievable. Green Country native and World War II Veteran Jerry Gentis said every time he gets the chance to see a B-17, it brings him right back to his days in uniform almost 64 years ago.
"You fly as many times as I have in one of these aircrafts and it's brought you back 30 times. You feel attached to the B-17 naturally," said Jerry Gentis, WWII Veteran.
Flights for the public will be available on May 3 and 4. For more information call 918-340-0243 or visit the Liberty Foundation.
April 28th, 2008
September 29th, 2024
September 17th, 2024
November 11th, 2024
November 11th, 2024
November 10th, 2024
November 10th, 2024