Name: Kelly (Cole) Carper

Email: kelly.carper@ci.austin.tx.us

Date: 02-Jan-07

My dad is Cedric C. Cole. He was in the 458th bomb group. Would love any info you could send or links. Thanks!

Name: Erik Johnson
Email: ejwajohnson@earthlink.net
Date: 06-Jan-07

Darin, just wanted to let you know I love the new Combat Crews pages & links! Are these lists, as I suppose, a complete accounting of all pilots during the lifetime of each of the 4 squadrons? Thanks for your excellent site, and how it continues to grow! My dad, Lester Johnson, was the Bombardier with the Roberts crew, 752nd, and completed 30 missions 10 June '44 - 24 Dec. '44 as a 24 year old 1st Lt. I love the history contained in your site, and surely we owe much to these brave crews! 

Name: Jordan Jacks
Email:
Date: 09-Jan-07

Name: Sharon Frenz Fertko
Email: oktref@optonline.net
Date: 12-Jan-07

Thank you I hope to see 753rd up on screen soon and my dad would of been so proud –thank you very much.

Name: Fred Slocum
Email: beneto1@juno.com
Date: 12-Jan-07

Hello from Fred Slocum, Jr.  My dad was a gunner on "Bachelors Bedlam"

Name: Ben Guttery
Email: benguttery@sbcglobal.net
Date: 12-Jan-07

I had a cousin in the 458th James Guttery who was on the Daniel crew.

Name: Mark Trivette
Email: marktrivette1@yahoo.com
Date: 26-Jan-07

My grandpa was in the 752nd. He was a radio operator and waist gunner on the "Gas House Mouse" and "Lucky Strike". I really enjoyed this site.  I noticed a couple things. My grandpa isn't listed on the crew list for the 752nd. He was in Crew 11. Also, you don't have any pictures of the Gas House Mouse or Lucky Strike. I know I've got a picture of the Lucky Strike. I could put you in contact with my grandpa. He organized a memorial for the 458th at the Wright Patterson Air Force Museum. Mark Trivette

Name: John Purvis
Email: jwpurvis@earthlink.net
Date: 29-Jan-07

We found your site while looking for information on Oscar B. Nelson who died 11/24/44 as a crew member on Lady Jane, 42-95133. He was the brother of a friend. We have a video of the 50th anniversary memorial held by the city of Norwich to remember the event and the crew.

Name: Stephanie Jacobi
Email:
Date: 18-Feb-07

Thank you to my Uncle Roger Boudreau, who has been called to honor the memory of my grandfather, Donald Boudreau. What a tribute to him and to his memory. Thank you for posting such awesome photos and historical data of people who fought for my freedom before I was even born. Thank you to Bill Coleman for sharing his memories with all of us who have "Boudreau blood". It means sooo much. Sincerely, Stephanie Jacobi (Sgt. Donald Boudreau's granddaughter)

Name: Jill Birnie Henke
Email: jill.henke@millersville.edu
Date: 19-Feb-07

Thanks to Greg Birnie, who was named after my father who served in the Army Air Corps in Italy and N. Africa, while my uncle Jim was a bombardier in the 458th. This is a wonderful site that gives me goose bumps thinking about the bravery of these men.

Name: Susan McWeeney
Email: sue@morettiassociates.com
Date: 01-Mar-07

This is just incredible. I am the daughter of Peter B. McWeeney. For so many years I listened to my dad’s stories in awe. I wish he was here to see this site.

I am so proud of him!!!

Name: Peter T  McWeeney
Email: ptmcweeney@aol.com
Date: 02-Mar-07

The Greatest Generation... EVER! Any questions?  GO POP.

Name: Patrick McWeeney
Email:
Date: 02-Mar-07

Great website honoring these great men defending our country. My dad was in the crew with your dad. HOOAH!  

Name: Barbara Todd
Email: Barbara.A.Todd@dla.mil
Date: 03-Apr-07

Enjoyed looking through all this data. Plan to login from home and let my husband peruse the data. My dad, Retired CMSgt Edwin B. Carpenter (USAF) (deceased Sep 12, 2005) managed to reunite with the pilot of his downed B-24, Col Teague Harris (USAF-Retired). They were the last surviving members of the 4 who survived the crash of their B-24. They had not seen each other since the crash. They were reunited through my husband's stumbling on the book about the events of Apr 22, 1944 (Night of the Intruders, Ian McLachlan (may be misspelled). He had seen the book advertised in Classic Motorbooks (I believe) and thought it had the look of Dad's mission. He ordered it and what do you know it had Dad's and Col Harris' story. Col Harris, the old man of the crew, survives today to my knowledge. I miss my Dad very, very much. He shared lots and lots of stories especially with my husband, Wayne.

Name: Susan Weiner
Email: sweiner@nyc.rr.com
Date: 04-Apr-07

I just had the opportunity to show a co-worker this site as my father (Sheldon Weiner, Flight Officer, 458th Bombardment Group, Stoneburner crew) came up during a conversation. My co-worker mentioned how great this site must be as it provides a continued connection with my Dad's past. He's right. Darin, thanks again for keeping this going! Dad, even after 3 years since your passing I miss you tremendously.

Name: Carol Reid
Email: creid1114@yahoo.com
Date: 05-Apr-07

I was legal secretary to Ralph H. Nutter in the early 1970's. I often heard stories from him about his flying days. Hurray for Mr. Nutter and the rest of the 458th.

Name: Bruce Blednick
Email: Bruce@Blednick.com
Date: 06-Apr-07

It's nice to know someone remembers. Excellent work! 

Name: Deborah A. Groll
Email: summerinoh@aol.com
Date: 09-Apr-07

Great information. My dad Gene Groll was a nose gunner for the 458thBG 752. He made it home with his diary of each day. 21 missions total. This was great for me to see into the window of my dad's life during those years. Thanks

Name: Dallas Dowhower
Email:
Date: 13-Apr-07

So surprised to find my father's photo on the internet, just doing a random search for the Hell of it!!! Brought a few tears to my eyes. Thanks!

Name: Philippe Canonne
Email: canonne.phil@wanadoo.fr
Date: 14-Apr-07

Splendid and helpful website! Writing an article of the 458th BG mission (Azon) on Tours (22 June 1944) I am searching info about the bombers, aircrews involved and contacts with veterans or their relatives. Sources will be mentioned and the article dedicated to the 458th BG 's aircrews. Merci Mr Philippe Canonne / 1 rue Balzac / 37.700 Ville-aux-Dames/ France

Name: Carol Carpenter Ethridge
Email: carol.ethridge@yahoo.com
Date: 19-Apr-07

I am the youngest daughter of Edwin B. Carpenter (deceased) who was the tail gunner in the Harris [crew] April 22, 1944 mission. My sister steered me to your website. It is wonderful--thank you for doing it. I am sending my sister some things she may forward to you. My oldest daughter's birthday is 4/22--I never realized what an important date that is!

Name: Tony Recchia
Email: yidan1244@hotmail.com
Date: 20-Apr-07

Great website Darin. Thanks for the CD and the records of my father’s training, Lt. Anthony P. Recchia. Hope the photos sent can be used on your site. Keep up the great work to honor the 458th.

Name: Donna Maze Robbins
Email: donnarobbins212@comcast.net
Date: 21-Apr-07

Donna Maze Robbins: Lt. Jacob Maze survived WWII, was an instructor navigator at Ellington Field during the Korean War. He remained in the USAF until October 1966, where he retired from Columbus Air Force Base, MS. He lived in Columbus, MS until shortly before his death in October 2005 of Alzheimer's. I am his youngest child. Thank you for this glimpse of his life in WWII

Name: John Newcomb
Email:
Date: 23-Apr-07

Friend of Roger Boudreau, son of Don Boudreau.

Name: Philip Levick
Email: captainshovel@yahoo.co.uk
Date: 30-Apr-07

Thanks for everything you did for us all those years ago we owe you so much for the sacrifices you made you will never be forgotten God Bless you all

Name: Michael  Schott
Email:
Date: 04-May-07

My grandfather served with the 458th as a crew chief his name was George T Schott. This site reminded me of him. THANKS

Name: Ben Mullens
Email: djmoon@hotmail.com
Date: 09-May-07

My grandfather was Phil Z. Cole of Satan's Mate that went down in 1944. Anyone else familiar with that crew (relatives, friends, etc)? Please email me at I just wanted to say thank you to all of the ones who sacrificed for our freedom during that time! Much love.

Name: Stacey Ashley
Email: sashley@bhs.org
Date: 15-May-07

Does anyone remember Joseph C. McCollough? He is my grandpaw. He died when I was in the first grade. Does anyone know how I can find a picture of him (with his airplane)?

Name: Lew Fisher
Email: 1pilot1@sbcglobal.net
Date: 16-May-07

Does anyone know the name and nose art of the Watson crew B-24. 754th  sqdn. My uncle, Carson Fisher was TG. 

Name: Robert T. Craig, Jr
Email: vero_bob@bellsouth.net
Date: 20-May-07

Love this website. My father, the navigator on Cookie Martin's crew in the Briney Marlin, is alive and well in Orlando, FL. I am vero_bob@bellsouth.net; dad is RTCwizard@aol.com. I have a four year old son, Robert Craig III, who I know will love this archival material. Thank you so much.

Yours truly,

Bob Craig, Jr.

4020 8th Ln.

Vero Beach, FL 32960

Name: Philippe F. KRINGS
Email:
Date: 22-May-07

For an historical Revue (information to the young generations) I wish to receive any information about the MISSIONS #760, DEC, 24, 1944, and crews

Thank you.

Name: Robert L Zedeker II
Email: bob.zedeker3@yahoo.com
Date: 24-May-07

Darin, I thought you might like to know that my father, 2nd Lt. Robert L Zedeker, Crew 33, 753rd Sq., Co Pilot of the Flak Magnet when it went down has passed away. He died peacefully on May 10,2007. He was 91 years old. I want to sincerely thank you for all the information on this web page. Because of it, I got my Dad to tell me of his life history as a WWII bomber pilot that he never would have talked about. I have so many treasured memories of sitting with him on the weekends and hearing the stories. Don't mean to run on but again I thank you from the bottom of my heart. Bob Zedeker

Name: Ann Tapie Prater
Email: annprater@comcast.net
Date: 10-Jun-07

My dad, Don Tapie, is pictured here - I'm trying to learn geographically where he was shot down and held as POW. I remember he had a brochure of a museum in Germany commemorating the Sept 11 conflict - but I could not find it after his death. The picture I am referring to is the Horgan Crew - Shot down September 11, 1944 (MACR #892. If anyone is a relation to any of these crew members, I would love to hear from you.

Name: Linda Scott (Peters)
Email:
Date: 10-Jun-07

Both Rudolph and I love your site, I was just telling him that if I could be anybody, it would have to be Neal Peters, Gus was excited when I found your site and I hope this message finds you healthy and happy. I have a web site myself to memorialize my close friend David Jove, and it took a bit of time to learn the technology to do the site, but well worth it. www.ghosttownfilms.net

Name: John E. Echols
Email:
Date: 12-Jun-07

The web site just gets better and better. Thanks for your efforts. I was ball gunner on Blum crew 755th.Ithink we are down to 4 survivors best I know. Echols, Echols, Drenth, and Silver.

Name: Sandra Hinkle
Email:
Date: 14-Jun-07

My Pop, Melvin Swain Eaken was on this ship [Floyd Crew 755^th]. He was one of the great generation in which we are so proud to have had. Love You All & may GOD bless you all and America "One Nation Under God" and may we keep it that way - forever!

Name: Laura Eifel Casey
Email:
Date: 14-Jun-07

My dad, George Eifel, was the radio operator when Satan's Mate went down on July 11, 1944. He was captured by the Germans and was at Stalug Luft IV. My dad passed away a few years ago. Wondering if any members of the crew are still alive, or if there are any family members out there. What a great generation and a great website this is.

Name: Christopher Lamb
Email:
Date: 17-Jun-07

Thank you for this site. My late grandfather was Robert E. Lamb pilot of Satan's Mate.

Name: Gordon Stuart
Email:
Date: 19-Jun-07

Can anyone out there help? I run a community website for Old Catton in England where a Liberator from the 753rd crashed in 1945. During WW2, our village sign was removed and relocated outside the officer's mess at Horsham St Faith airfield where the 458th was stationed. I am trying to track down anyone who has any stories and/or photos about that village sign whilst it was in the company of the USAAF. Apparently it flew a mission or two! It features in a book called "The Day We Bombed Switzerland" on page 115. Anyone know how I contact the author of this book - Jackson Granholm?

Thanks a lot.

Regards,

Gordon - (www.oldcatton.com)

Name: Marilyn Walton
Email: waltonma@woh.rr.com
Date: 19-Jun-07

Gordon,

I have the information you need, but the email address on your website rejected my email. Please contact me.

Name: Jason Garcia
Email:
Date: 21-Jun-07

In regards to The Duke Crew - Assigned 754th Squadron - December 21, 1944. Baldamore Garica was my great uncle. I thank you so much for posting this article. I have a copy of the flight book/diary of the Duke Crew - Assigned 754th Squadron - December 21, 1944. In it there are many photos, sketches and other fine documents. I am truly touched by this compilation of documents and I am proud to be a distant part of this crew. Thank you so much for posting the info about The Iron Duke.

Name: Raphael E. Anthony II
Email:
Date: 24-Jun-07

I was wondering if there was any further information about Sgt Raphael E. Anthony that was assigned to the 458th on crew 40 other than what is stated?

Name: Paul Anthony
Email:
Date: 28-Jun-07

My father was Raphael Eugene Anthony "Ray" or "Shorty" from Oakmont Pennsylvania. He was a gunner on B-24's. My oldest son is named after my father, his name is Raphael Eugene Anthony II. I named my first born after the greatest man I ever knew