Edward Rickenbacker Rescue

The transcript details the miraculous rescue of Captain Eddie Rickenbacker and his crew, who were adrift for 24 days in a life raft 600 miles from Samoa. They were picked up by naval craft and brought to an Army hospital, where they were found to be in good condition. The narrative highlights the resilience and survival of the crew, including Lieutenant Whitaker and Private Bartek, and their subsequent recovery.

How far from Samoa did the rescue operation take place?

• 300 miles

• 600 miles

• 900 miles

• 1200 miles

Who was the first person rescued during the operation?

• Private John Bartek

• Lieutenant James Whitaker

• Captain William Cherry

• Colonel Adamson

What type of aircraft brought Captain Eddie and his companions to safety?

• A cargo plane

• A Navy PBY

• A commercial airliner

• A military helicopter

How long did Rickenbacker and his crew drift before being rescued?

• Two weeks

• Three weeks and three days

• Five days

• One month

Who commanded one of the life rafts during the ordeal?

• Colonel Adamson

• Lieutenant James Whitaker

• Captain William Cherry

• Private John Bartek