What began as a bombing mission to destroy an enemy bridge turned into a story of heroic bravery and incredible odds for young Lt. Owen J. Baggett on March 31, 1943. Disaster Strikes and a Hero is Born Fuel tanks burned and oxygen tanks exploded as the attacks continued and 2nd Lt. Owen John Baggett […]
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