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Meeting General Patton

Mr. Rohmer describes an encounter he had with General George Patton.

The Flying Circus

Mr. Rohmer discusses how their operations changed as D-Day approached. He also describes his involvement with a flying circus that was being used to educate the ground troops.

Moving from Gatwick to Odiham

Mr. Rohmer describes photographing the "noball" sites in France, and describes what "noball" sites were. He also recalls the movement of his squadron from Gatwick to Odiham.

First Enlistment

Mr. Doiron and his cousin enlisted even though they were not old enough. It was discovered that Mr. Doiron was too young and he therefore had to wait to sign on again. His cousin remained in the forces.

Flying Operations

Mr. Rohmer describes the kinds of operations that his squadron would fly into while in France during early 1944.

Flying a Mustang

Mr. Rohmer experiences both Spitfires and Mustangs, and elects to join aerial reconnaissance in Mustangs. He describes the nature of their duties.

Where Are You?

Mr. Yarnell tells a funny story about the USAF 99th Pursuit Group, an all black and very much admired squadron.

Flying Top Cover for General Clark (Part 2 of 2)

Mr. Yarnell continues to discuss flying top cover for General Mark Clark into Copenhagen, and the reception he received.

Flying Top Cover for General Clark (Part 1 of 2)

Mr. Yarnell describes flying top cover for General Mark Clark into Copenhagen, and the reception he received.

Italian Operations

Mr. Yarnell describes the 601 Squadron’s operations in Italy in support of Monte Cassino and Anzio.

Flying Skill Level of Squadron

Mr. Yarnell describes the skill level of the Squadron and their living conditions in North Africa and Italy.

Student Freezes on Controls

Mr. Yarnell recalls that the instructors and the training were both excellent. He also recalls a story about one of his students freezing up at the controls and spinning at 10,000 feet.

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