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Silver Dollar
- stowne100thbg
- Aug 30, 2017
- 1 min read
B17 Flying Fortress Silver Dollar began its service 20th January 1944 and following a short spell in the USA it was assigned to the UK on 2nd March 1944 where it became one of the mainstream aircraft of the 418th Bomb Squadron and flew over 100 missions with the 100th Bomb Group. On the 19th April 1945 Silver Dollar was involved in an accident with another 418th Sq. aircraft (known as ‘Heaven’s Angel’) whilst returning from a training exercise. Luckily there were no casualties. Three days later the aircraft was taken off combat duties, repaired, and used as Colonel Tom Jeffries’ personal plane.
The story of the Silver Dollar is a testament to the resilience of both the aircraft and the crew members who flew it. It's remarkable how it not only served in over 100 combat missions but also survived a collision without any casualties—a rare stroke of luck during such dangerous times. The transition of the aircraft from a combat role to being used as Colonel Tom Jeffries' personal plane speaks volumes about its durability and the esteem in which it was held. In many ways, much like how students invest time and effort into crafting their own stories, using services such as a Scholarship Essay Writing Service can help ensure their narratives are as strong and impactful as the legacy of this…