The Flight Jacket: A Novel about VMB-612, the Marine Corps' B-25 PBJ Night Bombing Squadron

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Set during World War II, this narrative follows the unique VMB-612 squadron of the Marine Corps, which operated the B-25 bomber, known as the PBJ. From its formation in North Carolina to its role in post-war Japan, the story captures the experiences of young pilots and enlisted men as they face the harsh realities of war in the Pacific. As they navigate the challenges of military operations and the evolving tactics of air warfare, the squadron's members grapple with the brutal nature of conflict and the heavy toll it takes on their lives and spirits.