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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)
Drew Smith
Dr. Rebecca Hodges (faculty adviser)

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  • Bob Morgan - Pilot
    Bob Morgan - Pilot
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    The Crew
  • Cecil Scott - Ball Turret Gunner
    Cecil Scott - Ball Turret Gunner
  • Vince Evans - Bombardier
    Vince Evans - Bombardier
  • Jim Verinis - Co-Pilot
    Jim Verinis - Co-Pilot
  • Margaret Polk: THE Memphis Belle
    Margaret Polk: THE Memphis Belle
  • Stuka the Mascot
    Stuka the Mascot
  • FAQ
    FAQ
  • The Crew
    The Crew
  • “The Memphis Belle” 1944
    “The Memphis Belle” 1944

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.

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Screening of “The Memphis Belle: A Story of a Flying Fortress” on May 1

Screening of “The Memphis Belle: A Story of a Flying Fortress” on May 1

May 1st at Lausanne Collegiate School, Living History Magazine is presenting a special screening of “The Memphis Belle: A Story … Continue reading Screening of “The Memphis Belle: A Story of a Flying Fortress” on May 1

20/20 and the “Memphis Belle”

20/20 and the “Memphis Belle”

Bob Morgan shows Hugh Downs the cockpit during taping of a segment for 20/20. Continue reading 20/20 and the “Memphis Belle”

“The Cold Blue” 2019

In 1943, Hollywood director and now Major William Wyler and his team shot nineteen hours of aerial combat footage obtained … Continue reading “The Cold Blue” 2019

“The Memphis Belle” 1944

“The Memphis Belle” 1944

What became an icon in World War 2 filmography was William Wyler’s classic, “The Memphis Belle”, a documentary viewed by … Continue reading “The Memphis Belle” 1944

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

“A Flight In Time”

“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”

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

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