Fighting 17: The Jolly Rogers (1990)
This is the story of Navy squadron VF-17, the amazing Jolly Rogers. Flying their beloved "Hogs," the F4U-1 Corsair, they cleared the skies of 154 Japanese planes in 76 days of combat over the Solomon Islands. While never losing a bomber to enemy attack, Fighting 17 destroyed the heart of Japanese fighter command over Bougainville and Rabaul paving the way for the Allied advance in the Pacific. As related by the squadron's skipper, Tom Blackburn, and four of his men, the events of 1943-44 are enhanced by splendid film footage, personal photographs, and the memories of those who were there. This is the true story, the excitement, the agony, humor and sadness of a legendary tour of duty that will never be forgotten as long as pilots take to the air in combat.
Cast
- Tom Blackburn - self
Screenplay
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Fighting 17: The Jolly Rogers about?
- This is the story of Navy squadron VF-17, the amazing Jolly Rogers. Flying their beloved "Hogs," the F4U-1 Corsair, they cleared the skies of 154 Japanese planes in 76 days of combat over the Solomon Islands. While never losing a bomber to enemy attack, Fighting 17 destroyed the heart of Japanese fighter command over Bougainville and Rabaul paving the way for the Allied advance in the Pacific. As related by the squadron's skipper, Tom Blackburn, and four of his men, the events of 1943-44 are enhanced by splendid film footage, personal photographs, and the memories of those who were there. This is the true story, the excitement, the agony, humor and sadness of a legendary tour of duty that will never be forgotten as long as pilots take to the air in combat.
- Who directed Fighting 17: The Jolly Rogers?
- Fighting 17: The Jolly Rogers was directed by Tom Jenz.
- Who stars in Fighting 17: The Jolly Rogers?
- Fighting 17: The Jolly Rogers stars Tom Blackburn.
- How long is Fighting 17: The Jolly Rogers?
- Fighting 17: The Jolly Rogers has a runtime of 52m (52 minutes).
- What genre is Fighting 17: The Jolly Rogers?
- Fighting 17: The Jolly Rogers is a Documentary, War film.