ARMY DAYS XXI

B-39

i was stalled awhile in st. louis waiting for a flight heading to new york city.  a left over bomber (B17? -B39?) from the german-bastard war ii allowed me transportation.  i can't recall eating, sleeping or having to relieve myself.  its great to be young. these necessities must have been accomplished routinely.

B17 INTERIOR

we made an emergency stop in philadelphia.  the radio was out.  after fixing it and taking off i could see telephone poles and wires really close thru an open port near and below my feet.  not to worry, nothing can happen to a young person.

it must have been very late at night when the plane landed on long island.  after being stopped by two MPs, showing them identification and papers as i left the airport, getting local transportation, and headed home.  yes, i know its hard to believe there were MPs because i can't recall ever seeing MPs again.

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