We have been fortunate enough to find some amazing videos of Lt. Kelley and his crew flying bombing missions out of Pandaveswar, India. The footage was filmed just weeks before the men were shot down during combat over Burma. It is truly incredible to travel back in time and see some of the last days of John’s life.
We also have video of the daily activities occurring at Pandaveswar base in the fall of 1943. These films are historical records the 7th Bomb Group, 493rd and 9th Bomb Squadrons that were stationed there at the time.
If you can identify any of the men in these films, please leave a comment on the YouTube link where you view the film or send an email to the address located on the DVD Guide.
Click on the links below to view the films.
B-24 Combat Missions – 18 CS 643
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