Disappearance of Glenn Miller, The 1x55

Glenn Miller, one of the most beloved entertainers of the World War II era, was en route from England to France to entertain soldiers on the foggy afternoon of December 15, 1944, but he never arrived. Glenn Miller’s disappearance is perhaps the biggest mystery and cold case of the war. Did friendly fire destroy the plane? Was Miller involved in espionage? Was he on a secret mission to end the war? Recent discoveries—including an intriguing entry in an aircraft spotter’s log—give the investigators fresh leads and new clues to explore. Along the way, they learn of the unusual role Glenn Miller and his music played in winning hearts and minds during World War II. Can they find out what happened to this beloved bandleader once and for all?

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