Jimmy Stewart: WWII Bomber Pilot

Despite finding fame as one of Hollwood's top leading men, Jimmy traded in the red carpet to enlist in the United States Army in 1941, just months after winning the Academy Award for Best Actor in "The Philadelphia Story".
An accomplished pilot and a natural leader, Jimmy petitioned the Army Air Force for the opportunity to fight for his country. He got his wish, and in November 1943, Stewart was sent to Tibenham, England, as part of the 445th Bombardment Group, later moving to the 453rd BG at Old Buckenham. In total, Jimmy flew twenty missions as a B-24 command pilot, wing commander and squadron commander. When he wasn't flying, he could be found in the control tower, anxiously waiting for his boys to return.
Jimmy Stewart rarely talked about the war years, although many have argued that it was this experience that allowed Stewart to portray the true human frailty and emotional complexity of his character in "It's A Wonderful Life". I put together this short video to celebrate and reflect on Jimmy Stewart's wartime leadership and immense talent, both on and off the screen.

Видео Jimmy Stewart: WWII Bomber Pilot канала Hattie Hearn