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With over 4TB of pictures, documents and files, we've compiled the largest database of Memphis Belle items online. We're in the process of sorting our archives, but in the mean time you can search our database now.

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The MBMA Board of Directors
Brian Pecon (President)
Harry Friedman
Bill Jamison
Jerry Klein
Andy Pouncey
David White
Graham Simons (Ex Officio Member)

Lausanne Partnership Representatives
Stuart McCathie (Headmaster)
Russ Williams
Emma Perkinson
Drew Smith
Cole Posey (President)
Bradford Roberts
Frank Allen
Dr. Rebecca Hodges (faculty adviser)

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  • The Crew
    The Crew
  • Margaret Polk: THE Memphis Belle
    Margaret Polk: THE Memphis Belle
  • Bob Morgan - Pilot
    Bob Morgan - Pilot
  • Jim Verinis - Co-Pilot
    Jim Verinis - Co-Pilot
  • The Crew
    The Crew
  • Cecil Scott - Ball Turret Gunner
    Cecil Scott - Ball Turret Gunner
  • FAQ
    FAQ
  • "A Flight In Time"
    "A Flight In Time"
  • Vince Evans - Bombardier
    Vince Evans - Bombardier
  • The Memphis Belle at War
    The Memphis Belle at War

About This Site

This site was developed through a partnership of the Memphis Belle Memorial Association and the Lausanne Collegiate School Oral History Program, this website will primarily be used as an educational tool to preserve the history of the Belle and those who flew it.
We are grateful for the contribution of the PBS documentary “A FLIGHT IN TIME,” Courtesy of WKNO, Bob Campbell and the Bijou production team.
We are grateful for the contribution of the PBS documentary “A FLIGHT IN TIME,” Courtesy of WKNO, Bob Campbell and the Bijou production team.

“A Flight In Time”

Bob Campbell’s fascinating documentary on the 50-year history of the Memphis Belle is now available to watch online. Continue reading “A Flight In Time”

Into Combat!

Into Combat!

Just what were the missions the crew of the Memphis Belle flew? Continue reading Into Combat!

The Memphis Belle at War

The Memphis Belle at War

It is hard to understand the true impact of the Memphis Belle without knowing what was happening in World War II … Continue reading The Memphis Belle at War

Lausanne Students Travel to To View the Belle

Lausanne Students Travel to To View the Belle

Dr. Rebecca Hodges, Miller Johnston ’23, and Wyatt Burnham ’22 traveled to see the Memphis Belle, the famous B-17 bomber from WWII, at the National Museum of the US Air Force in Dayton, Ohio. Continue reading Lausanne Students Travel to To View the Belle

Tom Brokaw Speaks at MBMA

Tom Brokaw Speaks at MBMA

Tom Brokaw was the keynote speaker for the Memphis Belle Memorial Association’s appreciation event celebrating the opening of the exhibit … Continue reading Tom Brokaw Speaks at MBMA

Memphis Belle flies again – in Augmented Reality!

Memphis Belle flies again – in Augmented Reality!

Ethan Ferguson, part of Lausanne’s Class of 2018, has designed an augmented reality/virtual reality version of the famous Memphis Belle WWII aircraft. Continue reading Memphis Belle flies again – in Augmented Reality!

Memphis’ Favorite Airplane

Memphis’ Favorite Airplane

The Memphis Belle is one of the first U.S. bombers to complete 25 missions. The way the plane gets its … Continue reading Memphis’ Favorite Airplane

The Silver Screen and The Memphis Belle

The Silver Screen and The Memphis Belle

The airplane and it’s crew have appeared in two Hollywood movies. Continue reading The Silver Screen and The Memphis Belle

Stuka the Mascot

Stuka the Mascot

“After she got used to flying, Stuka seemed to enjoy all the wild stuff. She was a big hit with the crowds. People went wild over her.” Continue reading Stuka the Mascot

What’s In A Name?

What’s In A Name?

Sometime during the time at Bangor 41-24485 gained a name and a painting on either side of its nose of a girl in a swimsuit. But how had the name and artwork come about? Continue reading What’s In A Name?

The Memphis Belle Memorial Association

The Memphis Belle Memorial Association

Without doubt though a large number of people have each played an important part in ensuring that the aircraft survived … Continue reading The Memphis Belle Memorial Association

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