B-17 Crash

[UK_Widowmaker]

Hello All

 

As some of you may know, I have a great love for Border Collie Sheepdogs...and have been lucky enough to be involved in filming a DVD about their roots here in Northumberland UK

 

You may also be aware of the B-17G which crashed in December 1944 on a Hillside called 'The Cheviot'

 

http://www.303rdbg.com/photo-animals.html

 

One of the two crew members, who were sadly killed in this crash, was Sgt Frank R. Turner.

 

The survivors were rescued in appalling weather, by two Shepherds, and their Collie Dog 'Sheila'

 

We were very pleased, when Mr Turners Son decided to fly over from his Home in the US, to be interviewed with Mr John Dagg (the Son of one of the Shepherds.)

 

It was obviously a very emotional experience for all concerned, but Mr Rod Merrit and Mr John Dagg will hopefully remain friends, brought together by History, and Fate.

 

What an Honour to have them here on this special day.

 

 

 

Edited July 27, 2013 by UK_Widowmaker

[Derk]

Sounds strange, but WHAT a beautiful place Simon... making the monument even more impressive..... R.I.P.

[Jug]

All due respect.   For the soldier, for the fallen soldiers, and for those who celebrate their lives with an honorable and dignified ceremony.  Well done!!