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Serving on a bomber in World War Two was almost a guaranteed death sentence


 

 Serving on a bomber in World War Two was almost a guaranteed death sentence

 

 Depending on the unit and time of the war, US bomber crews could experience anywhere from 50% to just over 70% of their personnel becoming killed, missing, or taken prisoner. With such appalling casualty counts, it is no wonder why those who stepped forward to volunteer did so to the shock and surprise of their compatriots... what the crew had to wear to withstand conditions was even more shocking.. show comment 

But even with such a dangerous calling, some airmen in the community drew gasped shocks even from battle-hardened veterans at volunteering. These airmen were those that served as ball turret gunners.

Many of the crew members on bombers were in their early 20s or even late teens. Despite their youth, they were tasked with critical and dangerous missions.

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