The True Story of the Black Sheep Squadron


60m 2001

Brief Synopsis

The most famous aerial fighting group of World War II, the Black Sheep Squadron officially shot down 100 planes and may have unofficially shot down another 100. Led by Major Gregory "Pappy" Boyington, the self-proclaimed "bad boy" of the Marines, the Black Sheep were a motley group of fly boys who r

Film Details

Also Known As
History Undercover (11/29/01), True Story of the Black Sheep Squadron
Genre
Documentary
Historical
War
Release Date
2001

Technical Specs

Duration
60m

Synopsis

The most famous aerial fighting group of World War II, the Black Sheep Squadron officially shot down 100 planes and may have unofficially shot down another 100. Led by Major Gregory "Pappy" Boyington, the self-proclaimed "bad boy" of the Marines, the Black Sheep were a motley group of fly boys who rallied around a commander who inspired them where it counted most -- in combat.

Film Details

Also Known As
History Undercover (11/29/01), True Story of the Black Sheep Squadron
Genre
Documentary
Historical
War
Release Date
2001

Technical Specs

Duration
60m

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