Teens Bill and Ronnie plane spot for Civil Defense; local and state Civil Defense and Disaster Control directors Earle a

Teenagers William Mozak and Ronald Newman volunteer for a week-long plane spotting marathon in Park Ridge, New Jersey, as part of the ground observer corps. They take turns in two-hour shifts, supported by community-provided meals. Their efforts result in over 800 planes being reported. The boys are honored for their 181 hours of continuous service, setting an example for the nation and highlighting the need for more ground observers.

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