Oral History Interview with David Rucker, July 16, 2000
Description:
The National Museum of the Pacific War presents an interview with David Rucker. Rucker already was a pilot, having been through the Civilian Pilot Training while he attended college. In October 1942 he was called to active duty in the Army Air Forces for flight training. He wound up in B-17 bombers. He earned his wings in July, 1943. H went overseas to England and began flying combat missions over Germany in May, 1944. He flew 31 combat missions in 61 days. He describes several missions and dis…
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Date:
July 16, 2000
Creator:
Rucker, David
Partner:
National Museum of the Pacific War/Admiral Nimitz Foundation