B-17 "Sentimental Journey" High Top Canvas Shoes
Did you know?
On January 3, 1943, Alan Eugene Magee was B-17 ball turret gunner on his 7th mission - a daylight bombing run over Saint-Nazaire, France. Magee left his ball turret when it became inoperative after being damaged by German flak, and discovered his parachute had been torn and rendered useless. Another flak hit then blew off a section of the right wing, causing the aircraft to enter a deadly spin.
Magee, in the process of moving from the bomb bay to the radio room, blacked out but was miraculously thrown clear of the aircraft. He fell over four miles (22,000 feet or 6,700m) before crashing through the glass roof of St. Nazaire railroad station. The glass roof shattered, reducing the force of Magee's impact. Rescuers found him on the floor of the station.
Magee was taken as a prisoner of war and given medical treatment by his captors. He had 28 shrapnel wounds in addition to his injuries from the fall: several broken bones, severe damage to his nose and eye, lung and kidney damage, and a nearly severed right arm.
Alan Eugene Magee was liberated in May 1945 and lived to the ripe old age of 84 years old!
What Size Am I?
Description
Step into history with our warbird themed canvas shoes! Each pair of shoes are made to order, featuring designs inspired by history’s most remarkable military aircraft and aviators. So, whether you are a warbird buff, air show fanatic or simply a lover of aviation, you can be certain our designs will bring a touch of style and history to your everyday wardrobe.
✈ Made to order.
✈ Classic lace-up closure to achieve the perfect fit.
✈ Brushed metal eyelets for that timeless style.
✈ Soft inner lining and insole for absolute comfort.
✈ Iconic rounded rubber toe cap.
Production Details
This product is made to order with production beginning once your order has been received. We are therefore not able to cancel or amend an order once it has been placed. This includes changes to the shipping address, size, design, or any other specifications. Please review your order details carefully before finalizing your purchase.
Please allow 7-10 days from the date of order to receive your tracking details.
Please note there can be subtle variations in color and minor movement of the product during production that may cause a design element not to be the exact same color or in the exact position as it appears on screen. More details can be found on our FAQ page.
By producing items on demand rather than in large quantities, we actively contribute to minimizing overproduction and waste. We genuinely appreciate your mindful purchasing choices, which support this more sustainable approach. Thank you for your understanding and support!
Product is manufactured in and shipped from China.