This spring, in Xenia, Ohio, a very special mission is planned to honor and celebrate the centennial birthday of Jim “Pee Wee” Martin. The Inland Empire Wing of the Commemorative Air Force in Riverside, California, has committed to flying its C-53D, D-Day Doll, to Xenia for the event on April 23 to 25, 2021, joined by That’s All Brother!, from the CAF Central Texas Wing based in San Marcos, Texas.
D-Day Commemorative Jump Celebrates A Special 100th Birthday
Key Takeaways:
- A "Pee Wee’s 100th Birthday Jump Fest" is scheduled for April 23-25, 2021, in Xenia, Ohio, to honor WWII 101st Airborne veteran Jim “Pee Wee” Martin's centennial birthday.
- The event will feature historic C-53D aircraft, including D-Day Doll and That’s All Brother!, and is expected to gather remaining "Screaming Eagles" veterans, potentially for their final reunion.
- The "All For Doll" campaign is underway to fund D-Day Doll's journey from California to Ohio, offering commemorative items to support veteran advocacy and historical preservation.
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