This diary focuses intensely on Col. Samuel Russ Harris' life within his own 499th Bomb Group and his relationship with the 73rd Bomb Wing's operations. The first section of the book is an intimate portrait of war. To provide a context of the B-29 war against Japan, the second half of the text details how the 73rd Bomb Wing was engaged in the war against Japan. Together, the two parts provide a well-rounded portrait of America--and one American--at war.
This diary focuses intensely on Col. Samuel Russ Harris' life within his own 499th Bomb Group and his relationship with the 73rd Bomb Wing's operations. The first section of the book is an intimate portrait of war. To provide a context of the B-29 war against Japan, the second half of the text details how the 73rd Bomb Wing was engaged in the war against Japan. Together, the two parts provide a well-rounded portrait of America--and one American--at war.
Col. Samuel Russ Harris, Jr., served as commander of one of the first B-29 Heavy Bombardment Groups to reach the Marinas Islands in 1944. For his courageous service, he received 11 awards, including the Distinguished Flying Cross, the Legion of Merit award and the National Defense Service Medal.
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Table of Contents Acknowledgments Preface by Robbie Harris Introduction Glossary Biography The B-29 Superfortress: The Weapon Getting Ready The Diary Appendix A. Planes Test-Flown by Lieutenant Samuel Harris Appendix B. 499th Bomb Group Deployment Roster Appendix C. Radio "Q" Codes Notes Bibliography Index
Table of Contents Acknowledgments Preface by Robbie Harris Introduction Glossary Biography The B-29 Superfortress: The Weapon Getting Ready The Diary Appendix A. Planes Test-Flown by Lieutenant Samuel Harris Appendix B. 499th Bomb Group Deployment Roster Appendix C. Radio "Q" Codes Notes Bibliography Index
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