Blog of the Week: 'The War, Fifi, and Me'

Author and Patch blogger Bob Dorr's account of FiFi, the world's only flying B-29, captivated Patch readers across Northern Virginia.

His blog, ' is Patch's Blog of the Week. Dorr discusses his latest book, "Mission to Tokyo," which he describes as an "attempt to capture the grit and grimness experienced by Americans during the final assault on the Japanese home islands."

This post resonated with many Patch readers who have seen FiFi at air shows across the nation.

Nate Wilburn wrote: "If you have not seen Fifi and you get the chance, go see her. Thank goodness for the personnel of the CAF who keep rare, historical warbirds such as Fifi in the air and the generosity of the public who faithfully continue to donate the needed funds for the maintenance and other high costs these classic aircraft require to operate."

Terry Rhoades wrote: "I think it's wonderful that the Commemorative Air Force has restored and maintained Fifi so that at least one B-29 is still flying! My father and his crew were included in Mr. Dorr's book, and I think it's important not only that we remember what these men did, but also their experiences and thoughts."

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