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Read more: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bob_Hoover
TIL Bob Hoover, an American Spitfire pilot in WW2, was shot down over occupied France and captured but was able to escape from the POW camp 16 months later, steal a German fighter, and fly it from northern Germany to friendly territory in Holland.
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I have to wonder what happened to the two guys he left behind when he flew off in the stolen plane. Great story though, thanks for sharing op.
Lots of interesting info. Thanks!
Wow. My grandma recently passed away at 97. Lived a good long life. She had an older brother who flew planes during WW2 and unfortunately died during the war in Santa Ana, CA after getting hit by a drunk driver. Every time my grandma would see a plane above her. She would tell everyone to waive to Junior. The only picture I ever saw of Junior was with Bob Hoover.