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Originally Posted by Dutch_851
Yeah, it's interesting to note that all the Vets appear to be as bright as a button for their age compared to others.
Also makes you wonder whether the scene in the 'First Light' film with Grace and the tree may have been more true to life than the the 'little boarding house' in the book. Or maybe a bit of both.  
On a different note, I noticed Pete Brothers was conspicuous by his absence at the service. Hope he's ok.  |
Yes, I've thought this too. I don't think it's a coincidence that those with that undefinable "joie de vivre" survived and continue to enjoy long lives.
I too am also readjusting my thoughts on the innocence (or otherwise) of the extra curricular activities of off duty pilots!!
Sadly, I'm sorry to say that
Pete Brothers died last year. Also in recent months we have lost
Sq Ldr 'Stapme' Stapleton, a Spitfire Ace with a rather splendid handlebar moustache and Wng Cmdr
John Freeborn who flew more operational hours in the BoB than any other allied pilot.
The Few get ever fewer.