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July 2023

Dear Friend,

The Stories section of our website is just that, the amazing stories of American airmen and women and their impact on Britain and Europe. We're excited to share this content with you, that’s why each month we highlight a story and bring this intriguing content to your inbox.  

This month, we invite you to read Lonnie Moseley’s story.  

Lonnie Moseley and his incredible 4 July escape

In the early hours of 4 July 1944, 23-year-old Second Lieutenant Lonnie LeRoy Moseley woke up, ate his breakfast and reported to the briefing room at Duxford. He was an American fighter pilot with the 84th Fighter Squadron and his mission that day was to fly to France and attack ground targets to the west of Paris. 

Within hours, he would be faced with making three life or death decisions - and American Independence Day would take on a whole new meaning for him.

Second Lieutenant Lonnie Moseley, pictured in his pilots helmet

“One hell of a way to spend the 4th July!” said Moseley.

Continue reading the full story on our website.

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