Harry Friedman and George "Andy" Pouncey
Recorded
January 27, 2024
Archived
January 27, 2024
37:30 minutes
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Id:
mbb000058
Description
Friends and colleagues Dr. Harry Friedman (84) and George "Andy" Pouncey (72) tell the story of the "Memphis Belle," a Boeing B-17F aircraft used during World War II.Subject Log / Time Code
George "Andy" Pouncey states their goals for this recording. Harry Friedman asks about how the "Memphis Belle" aircraft earned its name and its beginnings.
Harry provides context to the crew of the Memphis Belle (MB) meeting the Queen of England. Harry talks about films that mention the MB.
Harry describes names written in the aluminum of the MB and where the MB arrived after a notable tour, as well as its journey to Memphis.
Harry describes the MB's preservation process and its time in Memphis.
Harry tells the story of Frank Donofrio and efforts to create a museum to the MB.
Harry describes the challenges the MB faced in Memphis and its restoration process. Andy describes his first interactions with the MB.
Andy recognizes notable people who assisted and supported the MB, and describes a monument the Memphis Belle Memorial Association built in Overton Park.
Harry and Andy recognize organizations that supported the MB and speak about its community support.
Andy and Harry mention activities of the Memphis Belle Memorial Association.
Harry mentions a notable television series on aviation.
Andy and Harry describe the impact of the MB on them. Harry describes his first memories of the MB.
Participants
- Harry Friedman
- George "Andy" Pouncey