During World War II, approximately 26,000 B-17 crew members were killed in action. The Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress was heavily used in the European theater, where it faced significant anti-aircraft fire and enemy fighter attacks. The aircraft's strategic bombing missions contributed to high casualty rates among its crews, reflecting the perilous nature of aerial combat during the war.
321 crew and 2 civilians died!
During World War II, approximately 4,750 B-17 crew members died in combat. The Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress was heavily utilized in the European theater, where it faced significant enemy fire and flak during bombing missions. Despite its durability and defensive armament, many crews suffered heavy casualties due to the dangers of aerial combat. Overall, the B-17's role was crucial in the Allied strategic bombing campaign, but it came at a high cost in terms of crew lives.
I'm not sure but when the Americans stormed the beaches of Normandy 25,000 Americans died
none. last died in 2005
During World War II, approximately 26,000 crew members of B-17 bombers, also known as Flying Fortresses, died in combat operations. The B-17 was a key aircraft used by the United States Army Air Forces in the European theater, and it faced significant losses due to anti-aircraft fire, enemy fighters, and other combat-related incidents. Despite the high casualty rate, the B-17 played a vital role in the strategic bombing campaigns against Germany.
1500 people died that night none of the crew members lived
192 out of 885 male crew members survived. There were 23 female crew members and 20 of them survived
747 Crew members were on Champlain's ship. 476 of them died of disease or falling of the ship. His crew members were like slaves to him.
200
696 crew members out of 908 died on the Titanic.
Only 701 our of 899 crew members survived the Titanic :(
Seven died (CHALLENGER mission explosion January 1986.) The last two members of the Challenger crew were not officially Federal government employees.
696 crew members and 818 passengers were lost
he had 227 crew members
he had 110 crew members
About 10 crew members.
150 crew members