Triumphant We Fly

Casey Bukowski: On the Verge of War

26 min · 8. apr. 2026
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In this episode, I speak with Casey about his life before the war. He reflects on his early romance with the woman who would become his wife and describes his experience after Pearl Harbor, when he enlisted in the Army Air Corps and began training to become a B‑17 waist gunner.

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In this episode, I conclude my interview with Casey Bukowski, a former B‑17 waist gunner who is now 101 years old. Casey reflects on the life he’s lived since WWII — a life shaped by resilience, gratitude, and a mantra he repeats with unwavering conviction: “Live life every golden minute of it.” He shares what keeps him going, what gives his days meaning, and why he has never stopped moving forward. To deepen the historical context, we also speak with Sarah Allen, chairperson of the Ridgewell Air Museum in Essex. Sarah traces the history of the Ridgewell airfield, once home to the 381st Bomb Group, and describes how the museum — housed in the former hospital wing — preserves the stories, artifacts, and human experiences of the airmen who served there. Together, Casey and Sarah offer a powerful blend of lived memory and historical insight, connecting past and present through courage, community, and the enduring value of every minute we’re given.

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