Hiroshima: The Untold Stories of the Enola Gay Crew

2025-08-11
Hiroshima: The Untold Stories of the Enola Gay Crew

This article recounts the experiences and reflections of the crew members of the Enola Gay, the B-29 bomber that dropped the atomic bomb on Hiroshima on August 6, 1945. From the navigator to the bombardier, from the radar operators to the flight engineers, each crew member shares their perspective on the event and its aftermath. Their accounts reveal a complex tapestry of justification, regret, and a lasting hope for peace, offering a nuanced look at a pivotal moment in history.

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The Vasa: A 333-Year-Old Shipwreck Raised from the Depths

2025-03-03
The Vasa: A 333-Year-Old Shipwreck Raised from the Depths

This article recounts the incredible story of the Vasa, a magnificent Swedish warship that sank on its maiden voyage in 1628 and remained submerged for 333 years. Engineer Anders Franzén, after a five-year search, located and spearheaded the ambitious recovery operation. The challenging salvage process, involving innovative techniques and years of painstaking work, is detailed. Today, the remarkably preserved Vasa stands as a testament to 17th-century shipbuilding and a major Scandinavian tourist attraction, housed in its own museum.

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