“I’ll miss his goodness in the world.”
That was the immediate text I took in from a friend after learning the news that Col. Gail Halvorsen, aka “The Candy Bomber,” had died Wednesday at the age of 101.
The Goodness of Colonel Halvorsen, the Candy Bomber
With the legendary WWII veteran’s passing at age 101, we reflect on his special service in the Berlin Airlift.
Key Takeaways:
- Col. Gail Halvorsen, widely known as "The Candy Bomber" for his humanitarian efforts during the Berlin Airlift, passed away at the age of 101.
- During the post-WWII Berlin Airlift (Operation Vittles), Halvorsen famously started "Operation Little Vittles," dropping candy attached to miniature parachutes to German children, earning him his iconic nickname.
- His selfless acts of kindness brought joy to thousands of children amidst hardship and established his legacy as a hero in German history.
- Halvorsen's enduring impact and service were honored, most notably in 2019, during the 70th anniversary commemoration of the Berlin Airlift.
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