B-17G 42-31993 piloted by 2nd Lt. Edward G. Cunningham, was hit by flak just after bombs away. The #1 engine was feathered at once and #2 was trailing smoke. The aircraft dropped down under control and turned towards Switzerland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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