France Reveals Hidden Plane

In a liberated French harbor, a seaplane built in 1940 was hidden from the Nazis by French underground forces during the German occupation. Despite Nazi efforts, the plane remained concealed. Now, it flies freely in France, symbolizing the nation's spirit. The seaplane, twice the size of an American Clipper, can carry 50 passengers and a crew of 10 at 240 miles per hour.

In what year was the seaplane built, and what was its fate during the war?

What does the seaplane symbolize in the context of France's spirit?