| General | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer: | Boeing |
| Production-Block: | , B-17G-70-BO: 43-37674 to 43-37873 |
| Operational History | |
|---|---|
| Bomb Group: | , 452nd Bomb Group |
| Bomb Squadron: | , 729th Bomb Squadron |
| RCL | A |
| Fate: |
, Landing accident (05 April 1945) |
| Missions: | 16 |
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History of
B-17 43-37814 / Richter’s Wreckers
Delivered Cheyenne 25/5/44; Hunter 3/6/44; Grenier 17/6/44; Assigned 729BS/452BG Deopham Green 20/6/44; returning from Nurnberg with Alvin Ziemke nosed over on landing 5/4/45; Salvaged 6/4/45. RICHTER’S WRECKERS.
Information may include corrections and additions based on Jing’s research.
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This page was last updated on 17 October 2021
26. February 2021 access_time 17:12
My father flew 10 of his13 missions on this plane early 1945 before being sent home after being wounded from flak on 3/21/45 over Handorf. Sgt Joseph S Nemeth waist gunner 452nd/730th
20. September 2021 access_time 21:57
I just got some info on this Plane and Crew.
28. January 2022 access_time 18:16
Derek
WOW WOW ! thank you so much ! I am. blown away that I get to see my father’s plane. It is our Duty to remember. Bless you and RIP warriors
michael
28. January 2022 access_time 21:17
I have tons of more pictures. Found my grandfather’s album for WWII
28. January 2022 access_time 21:22
Derek
Thank you so much ! wow wow I cant believe I get to see the plane my father fought in ! You have made my day sir !
I would love if you have the high rez files and were willing to share or get them scanned I would love to be able to print. Let me know michaael@michaelnemeth.com. That is quite the story about your relative.. brave men all of them RIP warriors.
Michael
04. February 2022 access_time 21:47
My uncle, Everett Austin Holcombe, flew 34 missions as a radio/gunman on Richter’s Wreckers from May to August 1944. When asked about his experiences, all he would tell me was “it was rough.” I’m sure it was rough but I am interested in getting more information on what he and his crew mates actually went through. I would be interested in receiving any additional specific information you can provide me on what those experiences were. You provided photographs of his plane and crew with photos that included my uncle. Thank you.
06. February 2022 access_time 17:10
I have more photos from the crews social life, goofing around and etc. I’m working on getting them scanned and uploaded. I’m the grandson of Victor Fischer. My dad and his sisters heard some stories that I’m working on gathering up. They to said the talk of the war was scarce.
12. June 2023 access_time 7:17
Hi Derek, I am grandson of one of the pilots of this plane. Alvin Ziemke. Do you think it would be possible to share any photos with me that you may have? I have more information i can share with you regarding the missions they flew, etc. I really appreciate it. My email is Scott.ziemke@gmail.com.
11. February 2022 access_time 22:48
Jim
That must be your uncle in the pic how amazing. 34 missions.. that was a tour especially in 44. My dad had his leather flying helmet and he use to say to me “there is a lot of cold sweat in there” I dont know how they did it.
02. August 2023 access_time 21:40
My dad, Francis (Frank) Richter was the pilot when your uncle was a crew member.
05. August 2023 access_time 15:44
Judy,
I saw your recent email saying your dad was the pilot on Richters Wreckers. I have been trying for years to find specific information on the experiences my uncle, Everett Austin Holcombe, had while serving in the 452nd Bomb Group in WWII. Would it be possible for you to provide me with information relative to your dad’s experiences while serving and the experiences of his crew?
05. August 2023 access_time 20:36
Can you send me your personal email? I’m not very good about attachments through here. I can send them directly to you. Thanks
09. August 2023 access_time 23:28
If you will share your personal email, I can send you a couple of things that I have. I can’t figure out how to send on this site. Thank you Judy
15. August 2023 access_time 21:11
Judy, my email address is:
lumberjack01@att.net
I look forward to hearing from you.
29. January 2022 access_time 16:20
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21. August 2023 access_time 22:14
Derek
Have you accomplished the scanning and uploading of the photos you mentioned in your posting of last year? If so, how would I access them?
Thanks
lumberjack01@att.net