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Iowa, colored blue

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The great flood in the summer of 1993 that caused the Mississippi River to rise and destroy everything in its path was devastating, and Iowa flood victims are starting to rebuild their lives and homes. A resident of Iowa discusses the peoples' valiant efforts to stay sane during this time.

Author: Swander, Mary
Publisher: The New York Times Company
Publication Name: The New York Times Magazine
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0028-7822
Year: 1993
Behavior, Midwestern States, Natural disasters, Floods, Midwestern United States, Disaster victims

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Eating G's with the Blue Angels

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The Blue Angels were first formed in 1946 to raise public awareness of naval aviation and to attract the best men and women to the Navy and Marine Corps. The acrobatics performed by pilots such as Lieutenant Doug Verissimo, a former Scout, subject the body to formidable G-forces.

Author: Walker, Bud
Publisher: Boy Scouts of America, Inc.
Publication Name: Boys' Life
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0006-8608
Year: 1997
Management, Personalities, Stunt flying, United States. Naval Air Training Command

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Back in the wild blue yonder

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Several ex-World War II pilots around the US proudly preserve B-17 Flying Fortresses and other warplanes, and keep them airworthy. Profiles of a few enthusiasts, a history of the famous 'Memphis Belle,' and a list of B-17s on display are presented.

Author: Bedwell, Don
Publisher: Americana, Inc.
Publication Name: Americana
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0090-9114
Year: 1992
Remodeling and renovation, Airplanes, Military, Military airplanes, B-17 (Aircraft)

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