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Discussion in 'Aviation Chat' started by snj5, Sep 8, 2007.

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  1. snj5

    snj5 F1 World Champ

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    Russ Turner
    #1 snj5, Sep 8, 2007
    Was in Guam last week on biz. My father was a B-29B pilot that flew with the 315th off of Northwest Field, which is now overgrown by jungle. Through the generosity of the Red Horse CE guys, I actualy got to go to NW field and see the old B-29 pads and some of the archeological remnants. Not much left after a few typhoons in 60 years, but did find an old stone retaining wall and building pad in the area that the 315th was bedded down that I think was the Oclub or HQ building. It really meant a lot to see the place Dad flew from and walk the same places.
    I'll post pictures next week, but would appreciate anyone with any hisorical data chiming in.
     
  2. rob lay

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    #2 rob lay, Sep 9, 2007
    That is neat Russ, I bet it gave you chills. Can't wait to see the pictures.
     
  3. Rev.ATARI

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    #3 Rev.ATARI, Nov 22, 2007
    That’s a really cool story, I’m non military but moved to Guam almost 2 years ago and I drive by NW field about once a week. I always wonder what’s left back there so I’m looking forward to the pictures.

    Off topic here, but Rob how is the little girl?
     

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