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Ray Clancy

WWII | Aerial Engineer, 439th Troop Carrier Group, 91st Troop Carrier Squadron

At first his mother stopped Ray Clancy from enlisting. He recalls why and describes the reasons he joined the Army Air Corps to serve in World War II. (1:28)
Ray Clancy recalls his role as crew chief of a C-47 assigned to carry paratroopers. He reflects on how he felt about the German resistance and the perils of war. (1:34)
D-Day was his mission, but Ray Clancy didn't know it right away. Now he describes preparing for the secret mission that became that infamous day. He relives the emotions he felt as prayers were said for paratroopers dropping into enemy territory. (2:59)
Ray Clancy vividly describes how he and his crew earned a commendation after dropping paratroopers onto the battlefield. He also recalls the reaction of the French people as the Americans arrived. (1:48)
In this frightening episode, Ray Clancy talks about what it was like to get hit by German flak, keeping the plane in the air, and hoping to avoid a deadly explosion. (2:26)
In this amazing recollection, Ray Clancy tells how his airplane and crew bravely carried gliders away from enemy territory after dropping paratroopers off to fight the Germans. (1:18)
Ray Fairman

Vietnam | VMFA314

Ray Fairman had a fairly challenging first chapter in his life, having to move around countless times during his youth. However, one thing remained consistent: he knew he was destined for the Marine Corps. (6:20)
Ray Fairman had plenty of difficulty when he finally got to boot camp, but he always remained strong-headed throughout. After all, the greatest challenges were yet to come. (3:56)
Before he was off to Vietnam, Ray Fairman had plenty of tests and obstacles to overcome. He went through many different schools and camps before finally making it into aviation. (6:48)
After enduring plenty of training at different schools and camps, Fairman finally was able to get into flying school where he flew plane simulations. It was during this time that he learned an unfortunate truth about his sight. (14:35)