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The way it was described to me was they flew whatever plane was ready to fly that day so they flew lots of different planes. The co-pilot wrote a book (Paul Nichols, My Lucky Dice) and I think he even listed all the different planes they flew. I think Queen of the Clouds was the plane they flew...

Some images from photos I received after my grandfather’s passing.

My grandfather was a Captain and the pilot of their crew. He was maybe 5’8”.

I wish my grandfather was still around to ask about the artwork. I never saw him wear the jacket. I only became aware of it a few years before his passing. I know he wore it after the war at events like crew reunions. He would have had a hard time fitting into it after his 20’s. I would guess...

I’m new to this forum and found this site after beginning my research into how to best preserve my grandfather’s flight jacket. I’m going to pursue professional conservation because I’d like to preserve the jacket for generations to come if possible. Would welcome any feedback these photos...