The PBY Catalina was an American flying boat and was one of the most widely used seaplanes of World War II. During World War II, PBYs were used in anti-submarine warfare, patrol bombing, convoy escorts, search and rescue missions (especially air-sea rescue), and cargo transport. The Navy Catalinas that were used in the Pacific against the Japanese for night operations were painted black overall, and as a result were sometimes referred to locally as "Black Cats."
This book is wonderful! Full of so much information. Amazing stories! I can't imagine having lived through this. Every time we visit Oahu we make sure to visit Pearl Harbor. In October 2024 the park ranger told the story of the bugler and the fighter pilot before we went out to get on the boat to the memorial. Always save room in your heart for grace! Thank you for making these books available when we get back home and wish we were still in Hawaii!
I ordered two Pearl Harbor Day flags, one for my cousin in VA Beach and one for my brother in FL. Both retired from the military. I made sure to input and give the correct addresses to Diamond (who was working the table outside of the shop at the memorial). She was having trouble putting in the information, so I helped. Looked and verified both shipping addresses. I also made sure to ask if the flags came in the glass case that it was displayed in. She said yes. I asked twice to make sure and she repeated her answer of yes. My cousin in VA Beach received his without the case. My brother in FL's was sent to me here on island for some reason. Also, without a case. It was supposed to be his birthday and Christmas present. Obviously, that did not happen and now I find myself having to pay more money to resend what I already paid to be sent to Florida. Needless to say, not necessarily happy about the money spent on this purchase with these issues.
Originally bought this flag to fly outside. Once it arrived, my wife was so impressed with the flag and certificate that she wants to display them inside. Very pleased!
