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Wreckage of WWII US bomber found at bottom of lagoon ‘most important historical find’ say researchers

Thought to be the remains of a B-17G Flying Fortress bomber, the wreckage was discovered at the bottom of Szczecin Lagoon. Press materials

The American plane is known to have been shot down on October 7th, 1944, whilst on a mission to destroy a synthetic gasoline factory in the town of Police.

US bomber landing in Poland confirms close cooperation says MoD

The Polish defence minister has said that the arrival of a US B-52 bomber in Poland is proof of this country's closer cooperation with the US and its growing capability to defend Nato's eastern flank.

Remains of dreaded WWII Stuka bomber found ‘buried in pits’ following local tip off

A 16-strong team uncovered over half a ton of the wreckage buried in specially dug pits. The engine was missing and despite finding an airman’s boot no bodies of the crew were found.

Rare ‘Caterpillar Club’ pin awarded to Spitfire Ace who helped pioneer The Great Escape up for auction

The 19mm-long, nine-carat gold Caterpillar Club Irvin pin, with red amethyst eyes was awarded to Captain Stanisław Król before he was executed by the Gestapo.

Polish F-16 pilots escort US bomber flight over Poland – minister

For the second time this month, Polish F-16 pilots have escorted the flight of a US B-1B bomber over Poland, Defence Minister Mariusz Blaszczak has written on Twitter.

Polish fighter jets escort American strategic bomber

Polish F-16 and MiG-29 fighter jets escorted an American B-1B bomber stationed in Europe within the framework of the Bomber Task Force mission, Defence Minister Mariusz Blaszczak announced on Monday.

Hero bomber pilot killed by coronavirus at age of 102

Mieczysław Stachiewicz was one of the last surviving Polish airmen who saw action over enemy territory during the war.

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Poznań added to Michelin Guides’ prestigious list of top culinary cities

Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of the Michelin Guides, said: “Its cuisine reflects its cosmopolitan outlook, with influences ranging from Italy to Japan and, while chefs show respect for traditional recipes, they are not afraid to interpret these in a modern fashion.”

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Rzeszów scientists develop phone battery that charges in eight minutes and lasts 68 YEARS!

Produced by The Batteries, the new technology has already been dubbed “a game changer” by the industry press, with the firm hoping to begin large-scale production once work on their “pilot factory” is finished.

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