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Pete M. Ebersole

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During Pete's second bomb run to Berlin, Germany, he witnesses a B-17 directly in front of him explode into pieces. (7:28)

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During early January 1945 Pete's B-17 encounters severe problems on its first crossing of the English Channel, forcing Pete to have to return the plane to England. (2:29)

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Pete explains the proper protocol when faced with having to parachute or crash land in enemy territory. (2:16)

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Pete shares a story about the 100th Bomb Group who had developed a reputation that attracted enemy fighter planes. (1:33)

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While in formation on a return flight to England, Pete witnesses a fellow B-17 pilot mistakenly turn off two engines. (2:05)

Peter Callovi

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Despite his efforts, Brooklyn-born Peter Callovi is inducted into the US Army in 1951. His skills with a rifle land him a position with the Military Police, which he hopes will keep him stateside - but fate has other plans for him. (6:03)

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Callovi falls in love, causing him to lose track of time and become AWOL on several occasions. His ping-pong record of promotions and demotions leads to his stripes being applied with snap-on buttons. (2:12)

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Callovi's role as Military Policeman comes with its perks, but also leads to some awkward experiences - with GIs and Generals alike. (5:31)

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While stationed in Korea, Callovi experiences combat bureaucracy, bitter cold and a close call with a stealthy enemy. An attachment of Turkish soldiers proves to be a little too comfortable with the butchery of war. (6:09)

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A medical condition requires Callovi to seek surgery in Japan, where he works and plays during recovery. He navigates the complications of becoming romantically involved with the locals. (5:33)