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Living History Interview:
Arthur Iwasaki WWII 442nd Regimental Combat Team

442nd RCT: Arthur Iwasaki

Most Japanese Americans who fought in WWII were Nisei, second-generation Japanese Americans born in the U.S. Nevertheless, shortly after the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, Japanese American men were categorized as 4C (enemy alien) and therefore non-draftable.

As a regimental combat team, the 442nd RCT was a self-sufficient fighting formation of three infantry battalions (originally 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Battalions, 442d Infantry, and later the 100th Infantry Battalion in place of the 1st), the 522nd Field Artillery Battalion, the 232nd Engineering Company, an anti-tank company, cannon company, service company, medical detachment, headquarters companies, and the 206th Army Band.

Flightline Fabrications recently interviewed retired 442nd Regimental Combat Team US Army Veteran Arthur Iwasaki.  Mr. Iwasaki was generous enough to sit down for our Living History Project and tell us about his life during WWII, fighting in Europe,  and one of the soldiers who helped to rescue the “Lost Battalion” in France during WWII.

The 442nd famously rescued the “Lost Battalion” at Biffontaine. Pursuant to army tradition of never leaving soldiers behind, over a five-day period, from October 26 to October 30, 1944, the 442nd suffered the loss of nearly half of its roster—over 800 casualties, including 121 dead — while rescuing 211 members of the 36th Infantry Division’s 1st Battalion, 141st Infantry, which had been surrounded by German forces in the Vosges mountains since October 24.

Over the next three weeks Flightline Fabrications will be posting segments of Mr Iwasaki’s interview for all generations to hear.  Arthur’s story is truly one of honor, sacrifice, and heroism;  you will feel for Arthur and the men who fought along side him.

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Living History Project Interview:
Morrie Yellen WWII B-17 Bombardier Foggia, Italy
PART THREE

Living History Project: Morrie Yellen

Flightline Fabrications recently interviewed retired USAAF B-17 Bombardier Morris “Morrie” Yellen. Morrie was generous enough to sit down for our Living History Project™ and tell us about his life on a B-17 Flying Fortress as a 15th Air Force, 2nd Bomb Group, 20th Squadron Bombardier in Italy during WWII.

Morrie Flew 51 Missions, was escorted by the Tuskegee Airmen, had his entire squadron shot down by German Flak after his 2nd or 3rd mission, and that is just to start.

Morrie’s account of his WWII Service is truly a great story; you almost feel like you are there with him flying in a B-17 Flying Fortress over Germany. The photos you will see in this video were graciously provided by Morrie and taken during his WWII service.

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The mission of the Flightline Fabrications Living Histroy Project™ is to preserve the heritage of our heros; to make certain their stories are recorded and shared and to honor the sacrifice and courage these heroes have shown throughout history.

Please join this important mission; be part of our journey by adding your story so that generations to come may better understand history - through your experiences, your eyes, and in your words.

For addtional information about the Flightline Fabrications Living History Project™ visit us at: www.FFLivingHistory.com or contact us at: LHP@FlightlineFabrications.com

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Living History Project Interview:
Morrie Yellen WWII B-17 Bombardier Foggia, Italy
PART TWO

 Living History Project: Morrie Yellen

Flightline Fabrications recently interviewed retired USAAF B-17 Bombardier Morris “Morrie” Yellen. Morrie was generous enough to sit down for our Living History Project™ and tell us about his life on a B-17 Flying Fortress as a 15th Air Force, 2nd Bomb Group, 20th Squadron Bombardier in Italy during WWII.

Morrie Flew 51 Missions, was escorted by the Tuskegee Airmen, had his entire squadron shot down by German Flak after his 2nd or 3rd mission, and that is just to start.

Morrie’s account of his WWII Service is truly a great story; you almost feel like you are there with him flying in a B-17 Flying Fortress over Germany. The photos you will see in this video were graciously provided by Morrie and taken during his WWII service.

Part Two of Three: 

If you would like to leave your comments about this interview,
please click the “Comments” located at the bottom of this post.

The mission of the Flightline Fabrications Living Histroy Project™ is to preserve the heritage of our heros; to make certain their stories are recorded and shared and to honor the sacrifice and courage these heroes have shown throughout history.

Please join this important mission; be part of our journey by adding your story so that generations to come may better understand history - through your experiences, your eyes, and in your words.

For addtional information about the Flightline Fabrications Living History Project™ visit us at: www.FFLivingHistory.com or contact us at: LHP@FlightlineFabrications.com

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Living History Project Interview:
Morrie Yellen WWII B-17 Bombardier Foggia, Italy
PART ONE

 Living History Project: Morrie Yellen

Flightline Fabrications recently interviewed retired USAAF B-17 Bombardier Morris “Morrie” Yellen.  Morrie was generous enough to sit down for our Living History Project™ and tell us about his life on a B-17 Flying Fortress as a 15th Air Force, 2nd Bomb Group, 20th Squadron Bombardier in Italy during WWII.

Morrie Flew 51 Missions, was escorted by the Tuskegee Airmen, had his entire squadron shot down by German Flak after his 2nd or 3rd mission, and that is just to start. 

Morrie’s account of his WWII Service is truly a great story;  you almost feel like you are there with him flying in a B-17 Flying Fortress over Germany. The photos you will see in this video were graciously provided by Morrie and taken during his WWII service.

Part One of Three:

If you would like to leave your comments about this interview,
please click the “Comments” located at the bottom of this post.

The mission of the Flightline Fabrications Living Histroy Project™ is to preserve the heritage of our heros; to make certain their stories are recorded and shared and to honor the sacrifice and courage these heroes have shown throughout history.

Please join this important mission; be part of our journey by adding your story so that generations to come may better understand history - through your experiences, your eyes, and in your words.

For addtional information about the Flightline Fabrications Living History Project™ visit us at: www.FFLivingHistory.com or contact us at: LHP@FlightlineFabrications.com

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Living History Interview:
Morris Yellen WWII B-17 Bombardier

Living History Project: Morrie Yellen

Flightline Fabrications recently interviewed retired USAAF B-17 Bombardier Morris “Morrie” Yellen.  Morrie was generous enough to sit down for our Living History Project and tell us about his life on a B-17 Flying Fortress as a 15th Air Force, 2nd Bomb Group, 20th Squadron Bombardier in Italy during WWII.

Morrie Flew 51 Missions, was escorted by the Tuskegee Airmen, had his entire squadron shot down by German Flak after his 2nd or 3rd mission, and that is just to start.  

Over the next 4 weeks Flightline Fabrications will be posting segments of Morrie’s interview for all generations to hear.  Morrie’s is truly a great story;  you almost feel like you are there with him.

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Flightline Fabrications Living History Project:
The Mission

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The mission of the Flightline Fabrications Living History Project™ is to preserve the heritage of our heroes: to make certain their stories are recorded and shared and to honor the sacrafice and courage these heroes have shown throughout history.

The Flightline Fabrications Living History Project™ recognizes the service memebers and civilians of all nations who have participated in the events that have shaped the world around us; from Privates to Generals, Presidents, Prisoners of War, Diplomats, to Dock Workers, Pilots, Ground Crew, Soldiers, Nurses, and all those who have “Been There, Done That!”.

Please join this important mission; be part of our journey by adding your story so that generations to come may better understand history - through your experiences, your eyes, and in your words.

For additional information about the Flightline Fabrications
Living History Project™ visit us at:
http://www..FFLivingHistory.com
or contact us at:
LHP@FlightlineFabrications.com

The Living History Project is a division
of Flightline Fabrications™, LLC,
Tigard, OR established in 2006. 

Living History Interview: Alter Wiener
Part Four of Four

Alter Wiener : A Name to a Number

Flightline Fabrications recently interviewed WWII Holocaust Survivor Alter Wiener. Alter was generous enough to sit down for our Living History Project and tell us about his book and life story. In this four part interview Alter will talk about what his life was like and his experiences during the Holocaust.

“I listened to the interview. I had tears in my eyes. Thank you for sharing it and thank you for doing God’s work in this project.”
Mario

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Flightline Fabrications is proud to offer autographed Paperback & Hardcover copies of Alter’s book with all profits going directly to Alter Wiener.

We would like to express our deepest thanks to Alter for taking the time to participate in our Living History Project.  His experiences both good and bad and those of so many others are the treads that form the rich tapestry that is our common history.

“Those who cannot remember the past are condemned

to repeat it.”  -George Santayana

 

Do you or someone you know have first hand memories of this or any other historic event, whether you served in the military or as a civilian, Flightline Fabrications Living History Project want to hear from you.  Please contact our Living History Project with your rememberances.  History should NEVER be forgotten.  Your memories are important and should be retained and shared.

 

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Living History Interview: Alter Wiener
Part Three of Four

Alter Wiener : A Name to a Number

Flightline Fabrications recently interviewed WWII Holocaust Survivor Alter Wiener. Alter was generous enough to sit down for our Living History Project and tell us about his book and life story. In this four part interview Alter will talk about what his life was like and his experiences during the Holocaust.

“I love his story. It is one of such hope. He is such a wonderful man for sharing his life story with every one.”

Cristina
Owner -CallalilyCreations.com

Part Three of Four: (Part 4 coming soon) 

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please click the “Comments” link below.

Flightline Fabrications is proud to offer autographed Paperback & Hardcover copies of Alter’s book with all profits going directly to Alter Wiener.

We would like to express our deepest thanks to Alter for taking the time to participate in our Living History Project.  His experiences both good and bad and those of so many others are the treads that form the rich tapestry that is our common history.

“Those who cannot remember the past are condemned

to repeat it.”  -George Santayana

 

Do you or someone you know have first hand memories of this or any other historic event, whether you served in the military or as a civilian, Flightline Fabrications Living History Project want to hear from you.  Please contact our Living History Project with your rememberances.  History should NEVER be forgotten.  Your memories are important and should be retained and shared.

 

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Living History Interview: Alter Wiener
Part Two of Four

Alter Wiener : A Name to a Number

Flightline Fabrications recently interviewed WWII Holocaust Survivor Alter Wiener. Alter was generous enough to sit down for our Living History Project and tell us about his book and life story. In this four part interview Alter will talk about what his life was like and his experiences during the Holocaust.

“There has not been a day since I read his book that I don’t thank God for the life I live. As Alter and other Holocaust survivors share their experiences, they strengthen and warn us. I don’t think the citizens of Europe ever realized the Nazis were capable of such atrocities. It amazes me that a lunatic like Hitler was able to convince the educated men under him to annihilate millions of people.”

“For a man that lost 122 members of his family, Alter Weiner tells the story without rage or hatred – a lesson to us all.”

Sandy Montanino
Author

Part Two of Four: (Part 3 coming soon)

Flightline Fabrications is proud to offer autographed Paperback & Hardcover copies of Alter’s book with all profits going directly to Alter Wiener.

We would like to express our deepest thanks to Alter for taking the time to participate in our Living History Project.  His experiences both good and bad and those of so many others are the treads that form the rich tapestry that is our common history.

“Those who cannot remember the past are condemned

to repeat it.”  -George Santayana

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Living History Interview: Alter Wiener
Part One of Four

 Alter Wiener : A Name to a Number

Flightline Fabrications recently interviewed WWII Holocaust Survivor Alter Wiener. Alter was generous enough to sit down for our Living History Project and tell us about his book and life story. In this four part interview Alter will talk about what his life was like and his experiences during the Holocaust. 

“I cannot even measure how privileged I feel to have had the chance to meet Alter Wiener, read his book “From a Name to A Number: A Holocaust Survivor’s Autobiography, and learn of his story and life.  You can find a lot of history about WWII, you can read and research endlessly, but you cannot learn about what the holocaust was really like until you have heard it from Alter’s book and lectures.”

“Many things touch our lives, but Alter’s story is one that will touch your life forever; how he lived, how he lives, and how he will be remembered.”

“My life has been blessed with Alter’s book and story.  I promise you will not want to put it down, and that says a lot from a person who doesn’t really read books.  You will want to hear what Alter has to say!”

Bryan Heim
Living History Project Reporter

Part One of Four: (Part 2 coming soon)

Flightline Fabrications is proud to offer autographed Paperback & Hardcover copies of Alter’s book with all profits going directly to Alter Wiener.

We would like to express our deepest thanks to Alter for taking the time to participate in our Living History Project.  His experiences both good and bad and those of so many others are the treads that form the rich tapestry that is our common history.

“Those who cannot remember the past are condemned

to repeat it.”  -George Santayana

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