Robertson, Sam B17 Ball Turret Gunner

Sam Robertson was raised in Clayton, North Carolina. In 1943, Robertson was drafted and would join the Army Air Corps. He went to Kingman, Arizona for gunnery school. He reported to Drew Field, Florida for crew assignment and phase training. He was assigned to crew #62, 570th squadron, 390th Group and his position on the plane was in the ball turret. Robertson flew and completed 18 combat missions, and a couple of missions for Operation Chowhound. He also describes the harrowing experience of being trapped in the ball turret due to flak damage. Robertson died on July 13, 2021 at the age of 103.

[@rebeccabsomanybooks3558]

Wonderful interview. He passed away July 2021 at the age of 103. I am amazed at how many veterans of WW II live such long lives. Must be due to dedicated service to their country. RIP

[@realwealthproperties5671]

What a great life he led. I watch these and I’m just transported back to WW2 and I feel like I’m there. Their stories are so vivid and their memories are so good. I can’t believe how much they recall. I read the books by Don Burgett of the 101st and when he was asked how can you remember so much, he replies how can I forget? It makes me sad when I look these men up and see they passed away. Thankfully you got these interviews.

[@elikelly5820]

Heart touching. Such brave and honorable men. I'm hoping my children see each and everyone of these interviews. Thank you

[@raymondmcfalone26]

These veterans would appreciate your comment - and thanks for watching.

[@johnh7658]

First let me say thanks Ray for this valuable historical series. You have such excellent skill in interviewing and giving the person his time to comment. Next let me say to the family of this most Patriotic gentleman how proud you must be. I would have liked to know him. God Rest and thanks for your giving your all.

[@raymondmcfalone26]

Thank you kindly - much appreciated.

[@jeffreymcneal1507]

A man among men. The finest generation.

[@buschovski1]

I love that intense stare when hes thinking what to say. This guy is amazing. He said his dad was born in 1867? Thats crazy. This man lived til 103 so...makes sense

[@steveg6978]

After listening to several of these I've come to understand that many of these men from all parts of the United States had to work together to survive. I think that sense of commonalty made a huge difference in America.

[@robertthompson8234]

I've watched many of these episodes! It's one of my favorites on KZbin

[@raymondmcfalone26]

Thank you and thanks for watching. Raymond

[@burtthebeast4239]

Thank you Sir, God bless you ALL 🙏

[@davidkruse3424]

You see an old man, I see a warrior. God bless our country

[@kabbey30]

I feel honored to be able to listen to this man's life story. I never knew him, but consider him a true hero, in a time when nearly everyone put their political differences aside to defeat 2 foreign enemies in a two front war. Rest easy, sir.

[@michaelholden7941]

Thank you for your Service Sir

[@bengello]

This is an emotional and wonderful series...thank you...

[@raymondmcfalone26]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching.

[@buckfaststradler4629]

I like his accent

[@raymondmcfalone26]

He was a wonderful man from N. Carolina.

[@Mendo707mx]

Rip to a legend, thank you Sam!

[@wattage2007]

This is marvellous. I'm sure Sam had forgotten a lot of these details but your exert interview style coaxed out so many gems from the back of his mind. The Dutch writing in tulips was seemed a very poignant memory for him.

[@jsfbr]

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