Silent Wings Museum located in Lubbock, Texas is an excellent representation of a little known piece of history which significantly contributed to the allied success in WWII. This ‘unofficial’ Silent Wings Museum site came into existence as a result of my having worked at the Museum for over 2 years. My sister-site was the official site that I created for the Museum - it too contains good information regarding the Museum, some past newsletters, printable brochures, and just general overall information regarding the Museum. This site; however, will give a sort of ‘behind the scenes’ account of stories, events, and happenings that an outsider would never be privy to; the type of information that will make visiting the Museum up close and personal.

While working at the Museum, I had the opportunity to meet many Glider Pilots; most did not view themselves as the hero’s they are. In my opinion, they are very modest in their admission of the courage and bravery that it took to fly these glider missions. I have great admiration for these men – a very different breed of men than this country knows today. It was never an option not to go, not to fly, not to give it their all. It was never an option not to defend their country, as it was their duty and their honor to serve. While I have great respect for today’s military and the roll they play in preserving our freedom, from my vantage point, in talking with these WWII veterans, I see a difference that is hard to express in words – a difference that defines these glidermen so well. It is their story and legacy that is captured and displayed so eloquently at the Silent Wings Museum.

Please read the information presented here with the understanding that it is presented from my point of view, and of course, intermingled with my opinions and thoughts. The stories are related based on my interpretation and while every single detail and nuance may not be related perfectly, it is as perfect as I can remember. Also know that I have great respect for the men and women who fought for my freedom and continue to fight around the world for democracy, and this site is in no way meant to deminish their great sacrificies.