Naval History Podcast: Requiem for a Flyer

The Proceedings Podcast by U.S. Naval Institute

Jul 7, 202600:33:18Government & Organizations

Host Emily Abdow talks with five-term congressman and award-winning author Robert Mrazek about the life and writings of Bill Evans, the youngest pilot of the ill-fated Torpedo Squadron 8 at the Battle of Midway.

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