World War II B-17 pilot takes first flight after 70 Years

[@dorisgibson9997]

7/13/2020: I am the sister of the late Foster Goolsby, and it has been my pleasure to view this recording, as it was the highlight of his last years, before his death in November, 2016. - Doris Goolsby Gibson

[@PoubelleKansas]

We are thankful for his service.

[@AirsoftinInTheHeazy]

Why do i do this to myself? I sit here and cry my eyes out for these ww2 veterans and hope they know just how much they mean to me and everyone else who gives a damn. God bless all of them.

[@AtomicAnomic]

If you cry for anyone let it be this group of guys. I'm so intrigued by anyone of the WWII generation. They all have stories, and it's amazing how so many of them contributed to the war effort (all 4 of my grandfather's brothers in addition to himself and his in-laws served at one point as well). Take advantage of every opportunity to talk and have a good conversation or two with these old vets and the remaining centagenarians out there. They truly are the wise old elders, and we need to hear them now more than ever.

[@dougg1075]

Lt Robo crying too..crying too.

[@tonybranton]

My Dad was on a B17 in WW2. Much respect

[@fabricioandrade4288]

@@tonybranton I thank your dad for his service god bless him.

[@sabrenasmith]

Same here, my eyes water up too. My dad flew as a bombadeer for the RCAF during WW2, shot down over Germany and was liberated at the end of the war.

[@antares4s]

Its a shame our country has deteriorated into me me me all the time. Thank God for men like this gentleman who stood up when duty called.

[@thomasrowles9912]

antares4s ki

[@cw2gtc]

It is shameful. God spoke to us about man’s nature via the Holy Bible. From O.T. Times right up through ‘til today, man’s nature hasn’t changed a bit. Its why civilizations and great countries come and fall with time. If given the same circumstances, exactly as they were not in 1940-‘45, do I predict same or different from the men we’d draft up into mandatory military service, I just dunno. Certainly, today’s young ppl have access to much more information in zero time. So, alternating viewpoints on topics can be obtained and analyzed in no time. This giving better information with which to make decisions. So, they may possibly be wiser. Better informed(?) But, from the heart, we can readily see that many of today’s leaders are just as likely to fiddle as their country burns down, just as Nero did.

[@machia-mw1lm]

Sadly , compare this generation coming up now to these men . I have nothing but respect for these men . They left their " safe zones " to help save the world . Thank you and God Bless you all .

[@sudaev]

Yes they made the world safe for communism.

[@gregriddle5163]

Very true. Not only absolute Patriots, but proud to be an American , proud enough to fight any enemy! And defeat them.

[@richthepontiacguys1412]

@@sudaev you got lot nerve saying that you would speaking German now if wasn't for these men

[@gmar7836]

@@sudaev shut the hell up. You don’t have half the balls these men had.

[@eddieedmondson4746]

I'll NEVER understand how society looks to Academy Awards / Grammys, and even perceive how they outrank real heroes? This man is a real, true, genuine hero that should be appreciated for his service to the whole world, not just our country.

[@Landofmyfathers-h9c]

100%

[@reubenblanco3021]

I don’t think society as a whole feels that way towards these real heroes.

[@Twister051]

THIS video shows why the warbird owners work so hard to "keep 'em flying'. It's all about honoring the veterans. Awesome.

[@jacobtvobrien9546]

I don’t understand who could dislike this... a beautiful plane... and a true hero reunited with his old home

[@vintagegirl1961]

A millennial from the I, me, my generation

[@chrisscheidt9643]

@ I liked it and I'm a liberal. Your epitaph failed

[@johncooper6934]

Everybody talks about the young people of today as if they arent good people. Nobody amounts to anything unless they are asked.

[@klugermann5806]

@@chrisscheidt9643 a true old fashioned liberal believes in freedom vs a progressive which is essentially communism or very similar in ideology. Unfortunately ppl sometimes do not know the difference. They lump the two together.

[@hiddenknowledge2012]

A lot of the time it's just bots. Happens when videos get a lot of likes.

[@flyinhawaiian5848]

Love this video! Sadly, Mr. Goolsby passed away in his home state of Georgia in 2016. So glad he was able to soar again, in the machine that carried him and his crew into combat over Europe, and safely home again to the United States in 1945. R.I.P. old fella!

[@AtomicAnomic]

Thank you Robert for mentioning this. Yes, my grandfather unfortunately passed last November 6th at the age of 94. He is buried beside his wife of 70 years in his long-time residence of Fitzgerald, known historically for being the first southern town where Union and Confederate troops marched side by side after the Civil War. He will always be the most inspirational person in my life.

[@flyinhawaiian5848]

As an aviation enthusiast, I've always been fascinated listening to the experiences of these WWII airmen. As an American, I am thankful for the service of these WWII veterans, and ALL the veterans for that matter, who have risen to the call of our nation. Thank you for posting this wonderful video to honor them!

[@antares4s]

We thank your grandfather for all that he did and sacrificed during those years. Unlike Americans of today your grandfather was a true treasure and hero to his country. My sincerely thanks again.

[@BobandBear1]

That's the part I really hate about getting older...losing this generation. I've had a life long interest in WW2 and these vets have always been around.Watching programs, films, interviews with them talking about their experiences is endlessly fascinating,emotional and very sobering. Now when I watch videos like this, the first thing I check at the end is when it was filmed and I'm wondering if these gallant men are still around now. Increasingly they are not with us anymore and it is such a loss and so heartbreaking. You read about the missions and their exploits, whatever arm of service they served in and they are there to talk to all your life... then they are gone. My dad was in the tanks in the ETO and we spent many hours talking about his experiences. Harrowing, funny and sad..one helluva cocktail of memories to be sure...and so precious to me. Dad passed at the age of 94, coming up three years ago next week. Yes,why do we watch these films and get all emotional ?... Their stories, their courage and sacrifice are forever ingrained in our hearts,thats why. " Quis Separabit"

[@PoubelleKansas]

This was your grandfather? Wow. You were blessed.

[@BigWesLawns]

I dont care if its been said. Thanks for putting this video on here... for Him, for me, for Us.

[@SIG442]

From the Netherlands, I thank this hero for saving my country and my family. Without one of his raids my grandparents would have been shot by the Germans. Just before that specific raid the Germans captured my grandparents and a few others trying to extract information they did not have. The local underground cell blew up some telegraph poles and destroyed a railway line at several locations. The Germans were about to shoot my grandparents when American bombers were sighted heading for Berlin. My grandparents and the other captured people managed to escape while some American fighters swooped down killing the German SS soldiers involved before rejoining the bombers. I have no clue how these pilots knew about this, I never found out who flew these 3 P-51's. But thanks to them my grandparents survived the war and had my father. I know this video is now almost 6 years old, but still I wish to thank him for his actions during the war as well as his buddies.

[@davidlenz9902]

That truly is an amazing story. I'm curious to think that if you kept searching, you could possibly find who those men were, although you probably know more about it than me. The effort though was mutual, as all allied countries did what they could. America has been blessed by being separated from the Frontlines of major wars, giving us the time and convenience to have a homeland far from the destruction of war. God bless you and your family.

[@jamesfarnham1976]

Anyone who doesn't appreciate this, there's something wrong with them. Thank you Foster for your service and to all the people who put this together!

[@peacequiet]

I am crying all over the place like he is my family. I was born 2 1/2 yrs after my dad came home from his last mission as a Marine on Okinawa. i love all these WW2 guys and gals. there will never be anywhere near a generation like the greatest generation. God bless you and thank you for serving. this was just terrific.

[@lordeden2732]

I live near his old war time base at Framlingham Suffolk UK. And have visited many times over the years. Thanks Yank for every thing you did for US. I and I have a feeling I have raised a few pints in his favourite War time pub in Long Melford where many American Air And Ground Crews spent their down time from bases including Framlingham The bull hotel. And if they could not get a jeep from the motor pool. then The Locals near the Airfield the Castle and Railway tavern.

[@mrgroovestring]

I feel exactly the same as you Lt Robo, it breaks my heart that these kids nowadays don’t give a dried apple damn about anything. Much less our great nation. Bless you Lt. James Goolsby, and all of the rest who have served, fought, and died for us.

[@bigstuff52]

Bullshit...Young man on the north side of town three years ago committed suicide.. He did three tours in Iraq..Don't spew that kind of bullshit

[@eddieedmondson4746]

Just listening to his recollection is pure gold. TY Sir for your service to the world!

[@jayyoung5423]

So sweet, thank you Sir, as a veteran myself I was driven to tears.,.these Heroes are America's treasurer's... thanks. if only thank you in person. Thank you so much my brothers... your sacrifices are not forgotten.

[@clintdennis8804]

history comes full circle a very touching and humble man.the sacrifice these men gave when they flew is above and beyond the call of duty.as a ex vet of the fauklands i salute these air men that gave thee all so we have a better life today

[@garysmith5781]

Love the sound of these old planes, the roar of those huge radial engines.. I was in Spokane, Wa standing outside my house, heard something loud over head, looked uo to see the liberty bell coming in for a landing.. Amazing sight...I took my son over to check her out...sadly that very plane is gone now. Then the nine o nine went down yesterday at Bradly Field, the same place this man flew into for the last time. These guys are so humble, such a great generation.

[@rangercwgbear6352]

So very glad that this veteran could relive his memory's thanks for your service

[@Steve-Cross]

This is a most moving video. What a wonderful man. We owe him and so many others like him a great debt of gratitude. Thank you.

[@FLORIDAROOMJAMS]

Reminds me of my Grandfather. He was a tank driver M4 Sherman ETO. Drove his tank D-day +3 Normandy beach 1944. Participated in the liberation of France and the Battle of the bulge. Used to take me to the local veterans bar, this was the 1970s mind you....so I sat there and ate peanuts and pretzels and listened to “War Stories” I have always been fascinated with Ww2 and never forgot him and when I see these stories makes me miss him.

[@topturretgunner]

My dad was in the Solomon Islands 1943-44 in WWII. I am so happy when one of these guys shares their stories or a pilot or former aircrew member can take a ride in a B 17. Sadly they are leaving us when there is yet so much to learn from them. God bless these folks. “The Greatest Generation”. 🙏🏻🇺🇸❤️

[@flybyyaflybyya1603]

My dad, Smokey Foland flew aboard the B17 as a Radio Operator Gunner for 35 missions...God Bless His Soul #thegreatestgeneration

[@jackjohnsen8506]

Men like this are very rare today, in our present society...gone with the wind, and tens of thousands of them never went home...

[@jupiterlegrand4817]

You are correct. Those boys are still out there somewhere, flying their missions, on duty for eternity. God bless them, one and all.

[@wardharrah55]

A prime example of why they are called the Greatest Generation!!! God Bless him and his family for the sacrifices they made so that we could be free... Thank you for sharing this wonderful man and his story with the world...how lucky you are to have had him in your life... Rest in Peace Lt. Goolsby

[@alanwchase7449]

I had the privilege of speaking to gentleman who flew not one but 2 combat tours in B24's.It was incredible to learn his history and to hear his stories.He also told me he never considered himself a hero, just another guy doing his job.Incredible.

[@stefangerardocampo5753]

See on his eyes the emotions.the time he serves for airforce and his country..he feel that he was young again..i salute you granda..i wish u all the best.

[@johnr7769]

It’s impossible to adequately express the sense of gratitude that we in England feel to all those young Americans who served in the European Theatre. Without their service and sacrifice, we would be living in a very different world today. Thank you for preserving our freedom then and today. God bless America.

[@butchyork9060]

Several years ago the 909 and the B24 were here and I was scheduled to fly on the 909 but for some reason we instead flew on the B24. It was awesome dont get me wrong but now more than ever I wish I could have flown on the 909. My dad was Army Air Corp , P-38's, my uncle had 2 ships torpedoed out from under him, my other uncle serviced Pattons vehicle not long before he was killed. Numerous others served from the greatest generation just like Lt. Goulsby and deserve all the respect this country has to give. I served from 1965 to 1978 and the vets I meet at the VA from WWII and Korea and get to listen to their stories is amazing as they are almost all gone now.

[@randywatson8347]

Amazing experience. I once saw a lancaster escorted by a spitfire fly low over my home for the 75th anniversary, the sound and sight is just unbelievable.

[@codyking4848]

It's so important we preserve these aircraft. They are some of the last living memories of a time when ordinary men stepped up and became extraordinary. A time when the world was in turmoil, noone knew what would happen or what the end result would be. These men faced death and destruction every day. The empty spots in the mess hall, the empty racks in the barracks, stark reminders of the day's losses, and yet, they got up the next day and did it again. Truly an amazing piece of history, and I'm so glad Lt. Goolsby got to experience this one last time. I can't even imagine the thoughts and memories that must have ran through his mind. Rest in peace, Lt. Goolsby. May your engines always run smooth, your bombs drop true, and the flak always be below you. Fly high, sir.

[@jeffcraven7376]

I'm 60 & some of the best friends I ever had were born between 1918 and 1925, WWII Vets. Good Men and Women, now passed; I miss you. Darius Craven, 97 yrs. old, you're too mean by nature & too loved to die. Posted in memory of Doris "Mike" Craven, killed at The Battle of The Bulge 1944 my great uncle, and "Chub" Beer (2nd cousin) shot down in a B-25 over Italy, severe injuries but recovered, death took him in his late 80s after years of healthy life.

[@davidlenz9902]

The well of history and wisdom in every old person is truly a treasure. Bless the organization who helped set this this up.

[@cyrilculton1181]

Thank you for sharing video of that day & especially that marvelous former B-17 Pilot of the Greatest Generation. They truly were & are the Greatest. I watch this with tears of appreciation for these Heroes from those difficult years. His emotions were palpable, both happy and sad. Thank you for giving these wonderful gentlemen the opportunity to go up in their war birds again. 👍🇺🇸

[@radecartman4219]

God bless you sir. Wish you a clear sky and thank you for your service.

[@franksunden8789]

What a touching way to Honor this countries true heroes, thanks for posting

[@ShevillMathers]

Brave men indeed- I salute them all, they are the true ‘celebrities ‘ without their efforts, we would not be watching this video. Thank you for sharing this piece of history.🇦🇺👍

[@michaelquillen2679]

What a hero...from the greatest generation! Years ago, I worked for an ol' boy who was a B-17 pilot during WWII. After he flew his required missions, he was transferred back to the states where he taught at a ground school classroom. After that last mission over Germany, he never flew or flew in another plane. He said he had no desire to fly ever again.

[@ksytsma4realyo]

Good grief. You guys have me tearing up at 14:00 with just the amount of class you've even approached the question and idea of him taking a ride. You've given him the opportunity, and you also know he just might not want to. Thank you for posting this! Amazing.

[@Lesh1170]

Try to live your life the best you can and do as much as you can with your life cause when you get old,memories is what you've got

[@magna4100]

Blue Skies, James. RIP.

[@cbgadget4740]

Indeed an Awesome video. Could not help crying with emotion to see this veteran being honored this many years after the service he rendered to this country. May God bless and have a special place in Heaven for all these vets.

[@stefangerardocampo5753]

We should give time to take care of them they are the pride of our countries..then,now and forever.

[@classicalricky]

I always have the highest respect for wwii vets. My great grandfather was also a bomber pilot. He survived the war & unfortunately died at 100 yrs old a couple of yrs ago. He always loved telling stories abt his time in wwii & I always loved listening to them. I will miss you, great granddad Joe 😢

[@mikec3842]

Tennessee air museum in Sevierville Tn has P-47 Thunderbolts. in 2011 my son and I visited the air museum and upon arrival the Hun Hunter was calibrating the air and fuel mixture.. after walking around the museum and exiting, the pilot hopped in the P-47 taxied to the end of the runway and lifted off. the sound of the engine was so incredible. My son and I sat and watched for a half an hour as he guided the plane above the airport. Listening to four engines in this video is a real treat, only to be superseded by physically being their. OUTstanding

[@bmused55]

I could sit and listen to his stories all day and night. Bless. Thank you for your service Lt Goolsby!

[@tomthx5804]

Hats off to Foster Goolsby.

[@tomthx5804]

At around 13L26, he is talking about the ME-163 and the ME 262 as the two types.

[@russellr.1896]

I feel his joy and people who haven't served you missed out on history. You will be buried with no honors. You'll be forgotten but soldiers never forget each other. We have reminders everywhere and everyday.for all those who never came back,God bless you and well never forget you.

[@GorillaCrewWarGaming]

God bless these old warhorses. I watch these things and think of my Dad with tears in my eyes. Dad's been gone since 1994, but he's just as fresh in my thoughts as if he were still here. I miss him so.........

[@jackbrown4911]

My great-grandpa flew over 50 solo missions in a B-17 Flying Fortress during WWII.

[@brettb.7425]

I proudly thank these gentlemen for their service. I wish I could shake their hands. My grandfather was a gunner instructor (I think I got that right) for the Army Air Corps and was stationed in many places. One of them was Tyndall which is now Tyndall Air force base in northwest FL. Hence I grew up in Panama City, FL. That’s where he met my grandmother in 1943.

[@sajarallanza8343]

It's so nice to see videos like this, the smile on the old guys face is Soo amazing, much respect to you sir!

[@robertbrugh8426]

pity that 1 can only give 1 thumbup per video deserves more. Made me cry seeing the emotion in that veterans voice n eyes. A salute to you sir. And to the people who made his day.

[@WORRO]

This is an awesome video and thank you for sharing! Big thumbs up!~John

[@AtomicAnomic]

You're welcome John. Thanks for watching all 30 mins of it! Wish I could have done a better job with the editing.

[@cannibalholiday]

Someone's cutting onions. That's the only explanation. Very touching seeing his reaction to finding out he gets to fly with them.

[@AtomicAnomic]

I had never until then seen him get nearly that emotional before, and never thought I would. I was always told men of his generation have never big on showing emotion. To be in there in the pilot seat and relive the memories of his experiences from such an intimate setting; I can only assume that would be enough to bring almost anyone to tears.

[@IceMaverickX]

Yes Sir! ;D

[@revrobertgill]

Casey Wagner I’m sorry I don’t agree with you about someone cutting onions. That is the most stupidest comment I’ve ever heard of. If it wasn’t for the military America would not be free. I am also a veteran and I have been on two deployments.

[@stevek8829]

robert gill To bad you didn't understand.

[@gregriddle5163]

Me too! Lots of onion cutting here too!

[@JohnS916]

Man, that was emotional watching and listening to Mr. Goolsby, a real hero in my book. Thanks to the people associated with the B-17 and the kindness and respect they showed him.

[@McChrister]

Thank you for your service...Wherever you are Sir may God Bless you. What a great opportunity you had flying the plane one last time. Thanks to the people who arranged this set up for the gentleman.🙏🏼❤️🙂👍🏼

[@stefangerardocampo5753]

I wana give him 20 gub salute a man with heart,dignity,honor and love for his flag and country..

[@redwingdetroit9671]

What a class guy. Thank you sir.

[@Indzeosko]

My hearts with this guy. Thank you for your Service. God Bless.

[@jupiterlegrand4817]

During the show, my uncle flew BT in 17's out of Glatton, England. 479th bomb squadron. God bless fellows like Mr. Goolsby. But for men such as him...

[@46danz]

Very touching.had me in tears.

[@Indzeosko]

What a great video. I wish I had the chance to shake your hand. Thank you sir for your Service. Calgary Alberta Canada.

[@dhdisprsmith2296]

What a wonderful story! I've always been interested in the B-17 and I salute Mr. Goolsby and all the brave men who flew in them during WWII.

[@markfrench8892]

Why would 9 people give this a thumbs down!? These guys and gals are the last living link to history. Sadly they're disappearing fastly.

[@shermansquires3979]

wow, amazing!, thanks for this!

[@moparedtn]

Thank you SO much for sharing this video and thank YOU to all who have served. What an honorable man to have had the privilege of meeting! I wish I had had the chance. Our greatest generation, indeed. :-)

[@clifftrimble2616]

I can only imagine the memories that came back to him being inside the B-17 again with all the sights and smells going on around him..

[@odonovan]

It's strange how two people, in the same circumstances, can have such different experiences. I knew (online) a man who was a bombardier in the 303rd BG at the end of the war. Like Mr. Goolsby, he didn't finish his 25 missions due to Germany's surrender. However, where Mr. Goolsby mentions seeing Forts being shot down, exploding and what not, and counting the parachutes of those who got out, the man I knew said he only saw two German planes his entire tour, each on a different mission. He said neither plane wanted to get anywhere near the bomber formation. That is much more in line with what I know of the history of the Luftwaffe during the war. By the last few months, they didn't have enough pilots to send very many planes up against the bombing raids. Even if they did, they had almost no fuel for them. Almost all the available planes, pilots, and fuel were sent to the Eastern Front, to try to slow down the Soviet advance. This is not to say it wasn't dangerous at that time. He had filled in for someone, on a mission, with another crew. He was therefore unavailable for HIS crew's next mission. It was on that mission their plane was hit from behind by another B-17 and went down, killing everyone aboard. R.I.P. 2nd Lt. Howard C. Lacker and crew. You are not forgotten. (Hey Billy, I'm talking about you, like I said I would!) 12:53 - I wish that jackass would have NOT interrupted and tried to finish Mr. Goolsby's sentences for him. I'm sure that, as a former B-17 pilot, Mr. Goolsby was well aware some of the German jets were 262s. However, he was ALSO trying to talk about seeing the He 162, but he couldn't get a word in.

[@leerich8758]

There's brave and then there are these guys. Massive respect. True heroes.

[@jimmotormedic]

I thought I was a pretty tuff guy until I watched this. Thank you sir for your service. I had a chance to go up in a B17. It was a highlight of my life. You can read and watch all you can but going up in one gets you about as close as you can get to the realization of what them guys went through. If you're thinking about going up in one DO IT! Probably won't be any flying in 5 to 10 years

[@Mrbigp59]

thank you Foster for your service. When men were men! your my hero

[@Bulldog1653]

My grandfather was in WW2 as a radio operator on the C-47. I know that he flew in D-Day and Market Garden but not sure what other operations or missions he was involved in.

[@billlowe6995]

Absolutely awesome video tribute to this fine gentleman!

[@Imnotyourdoormat]

What I think the old veteran was trying to say with the "They had 2 of them" was he saw the Me-262 with 2 jet engines and the Me-163 Komet rocket plane with 1. No doubt he knew the difference between jet and rocket propulsion then but it's been a while. If he saw the Schwalbe chances are high he saw a Komet too they both entered operations about the same time.

[@jackhewitt7902]

Nothing short of heroes god bless all those brave men living and deceased my generation I owe you my life it’s a debt too great to repay thank you

[@lokiwiseyt8608]

The b17s are one of my favourite aircraft

[@JohnKorvell]

They just sound wonderful! Radial engines and squeeky brakes. Love it!

[@SaintedPIacebo]

When he said it looked like "1 had one engine and 1 and two" I think hes referencing the 162. The 262 is the one thats more commonly talked about and noted, but there was a single engine version mounted on the top of the aircraft in the Me162. Now let me tell you why thats interesting here. The 162 was only flown in combat for about less than 1 month in April of 1945. Assuming he remembered correctly, and lord i believe he has given how thats something you dont forget, he was one of very few individuals to ever see one of those 162 operated in combat.

[@christinestill5002]

Wish they had taken video onboard just to see that Vet's expression on liftoff! Wonderful .

[@AtomicAnomic]

I regret not handing my camcorder to the journalist who went up with them. Watching and having captured it in flight was pretty awesome, but to have seen his expression while onboard would have definitely been priceless.

[@sjensen71]

heros... so much respect for all these folks

[@EasyTiger700]

What a wonderful story. 👏

[@BuggysTowJam]

Brought a tear to my eye when he said "how can i not be" thank you for your service!

[@playitcoolmusic]

Great video. Thanks for sharing it.

[@wandahoffman9259]

My father in law was a Tourette ball gunner. Don’t know if he flew with your squadron or not but “Thank You” for getting him home. May God bless you

[@MelancoliaI]

You can really see his appreciation.

[@jcsafa]

Great video!!

[@josefschwemberger6392]

sehr bewegend.

[@gmar7836]

Wish I was there to see and hear this. This is awesome

[@TheCrimsonFckr]

"How can I not be?" Fair winds, sir. Where ever you may fly now.

[@markbrooks2159]

Absolutely fantastic the good old flying legends I take my hat off to all who served and didn’t return RIP from BROOKSY MANCHESTER ENGLAND 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧👍👍👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 .

[@gregriddle5163]

Cheers! From America

[@davidwood6351]

My grandfather was a navigator on a Lancaster patrolling the Middle East. I'm not sure he was permanently based anywhere, seemed to float between bases. I've got pictures of him in Jerusalem, Malta, Cyprus, Syria. I think he may have been up to more than he would admit...

[@garvinhooper]

always had the greatest respect for the bomber crews and have always loved the B-17,I remember when these planes were still flying after the war ended, used to playing one that is now being restored in Illinois when it was in a junkyard in Maine

[@jupiterlegrand4817]

I was driving through the Sierra Nevada mountains and there was a large fire that was being fought. I pulled over for gasoline when I heard that sound...a sound like no other...and coming low over a rise was a 17 that had been fitted for water-drop. Man, I just burst into tears.

[@kahafa7406]

God bless these brave men. Their courage will never be equaled!!!

[@MadMax0331]

God Bless the men who flew/crewed those big birds/ Love them all

[@garykreil5990]

God bless this man, thank you for your service, I salute you sir!!!!

[@MIKEPGH]

Beautiful! Thanks for my freedom SIR!!!

[@tap0019]

Thank God for the young men and women that took the initiative to sign up and fight for our freedom. These pilots gunners and crew for flying into overwhelming odds against them and bombed factories making weapons of terror. God bless them and the families that waited for them stateside.

[@imelmedina621]

Bless this gentleman and all those who weren't able to return home. The liberators from the grip of tyranny.

[@hugueslevistre5519]

My respect for wat you did sir . Thank you

[@bobgomez9481]

I wish the broad would stop interrupting him. I'm glad he is ignoring her.

[@daves.9479]

Too many interruptions by both...let the man talk! Stop completing his sentences. Stop interjecting.

[@TheDoggybag]

Amen Dave, I noticed and was annoyed by that too.

[@michaelcorvin4330]

Y'all are exactly right. We all need to be more patient and listen.

[@fjbutchbragg8129]

​@@daves.9479 Yes I noticed that.. it was annoying like he knew everything.. Me 262 etc..

[@karenmcnugget4551]

Mr. Goolsby passed away on November 5th, 2016