Rare Footage of B-17 Bomber Emergency Evacuation | December 1944 Engine Fire

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Witness rare and dramatic footage of a B-17 bomber during a combat mission in World War II, as the crew faces a life-or-death situation. On December 24, 1944, one of the engines of this iconic bomber catches fire, forcing the crew to make an emergency evacuation. This rare video shows the tense moments as smoke billows from the engine, and the crew parachutes to safety. Don’t miss this captivating glimpse into history, revealing the bravery and quick thinking of WWII airmen.
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It actually wasn’t that rare. Despite many Germans saying they were extremely hard to shoot down, most crews didn’t make it past their 3rd or 4th mission. A lot of them were forced to bail out in situations like this.

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