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Memphis Belle: Her Final Mission

Follow the story of the Memphis Belle, one of the first American heavy bombers to survive 25 combat missions over the deadly skies of Europe, and her two crews, the men who flew her in World War II and the team that spent 13 years bringing her back to her former glory. It’s a story of two teams of men, separated by 75 years, who shared a deep affection for a plane that became an American icon.

Memphis Bell: Her Final Mission

58m 21s

Follow the story of the Memphis Belle, one of the first American heavy bombers to survive 25 combat missions over the deadly skies of Europe, and her two crews, the men who flew her in World War II and the team that spent 13 years bringing her back to her former glory. It’s a story of two teams of men, separated by 75 years, who shared a deep affection for a plane that became an American icon.

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    Memphis Bell: Her Final Mission

    58m 21s

    Follow the story of the Memphis Belle, one of the first American heavy bombers to survive 25 combat missions over the deadly skies of Europe, and her two crews, the men who flew her in World War II and the team that spent 13 years bringing her back to her former glory. It’s a story of two teams of men, separated by 75 years, who shared a deep affection for a plane that became an American icon.

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