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Jolly Duck crash 1945

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Jolly Duck crash 1945

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  • Location: Zoeterwoude, South Holland, Netherlands

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    June 23, 2024

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    On February 22, 1945, the bomber Jolly Duck made a crash landing in Zoeterwoude after heavy shelling. A landing with major consequences for both the American crew and the local population of Zoeterwoude and Zoetermeer.
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    On February 22, 1945, the American B-24H Liberator bomber named "The Jolly Duck" made an emergency landing in the Geerpolder near Zoetermeer and Zoeterwoude. The crew, led by John McCormick, survived the crash, after which Sergeant McCormick went into hiding with the local resistance and joined them!
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    This impressive place is located right next to a monumental beautiful farm, making you cycle past it too easily.
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