My Superman Never Wore a Cape. He Flew in WWII.
Summary
Contributor Roger Latham shares his father’s WWII story, detailing how Lieutenant Ernie Latham survived a B-24 crash in the Adriatic Sea. After rescuing five crewmates and being rescued by Yugoslav partisans, Ernie declined a Silver Star and war bond tour to transfer to fighter squadrons. He ultimately flew P-38s, becoming a hero to his son who honored his legacy on this episode of Our American Stories.
Topics discussed
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 advertisement
Michelin prosthetic strap innovation story
Introduction to American Stories segment
Lt. Ernie Latham's B-24 crash in the Adriatic
Surviving the crash and rescuing crew members
Rescue by Tito's partisans disguised as Germans
Debriefing and meeting Major Jameson in Rome
Refusing the Silver Star to transfer to fighter squad
Flying P-38s and legacy as a family hero
Host commentary on Lt. Latham's story
Replay of sponsor ads and ChatGPT promotion
NHTSA public service announcement on distracted driving
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