Last Hiroshima crew member dies

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Paul K
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Last Hiroshima crew member dies

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Theodore Van Kirk, the navigator and last surviving crewmember of 'Enola Gay' has passed away.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-28548475

RIP Major.

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Rest in peace Dutch. :( "No regrets." Dutch's words mirror what I'd say were Paul Tibbets. Years ago I met Paul Tibbets. While speaking with him I looked deep into his eyes and saw a man who I'd say had "no regrets" about the Hiroshima mission. The man definitely seemed comfortable in his own skin. I saw a professional pilot who flew the mission given to him to the best of his ability. "No regrets". God forbid these weapons are ever used again. Nasty stuff nukes. :(

Brian

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