Villalobos, Rudolph; Bernard, Bill (father-in-law/son-in-law). Yuma County Main Library, 2010-01-18T09:30:00

00:45 Rudy was born in Anaheim, California, the first generation American of Mexican parents.

08:05 Rudy flew 32 bombing missions over continental Europe. he worked as a radio officer.

14:12 Rudy describes the events of his 23rd bombing mission when the plane was hit by anti-aircraft fire. Flak from a shell hit the man (Lt. Kennedy) sitting next to Rudy and Rudy tended to his wounds. The pilot managed to guide the plane safely back.

31:01 Rudy describes the routine of a flight day: getting up before dawn for breakfast and then going out on a mission. After returning from a mission, each man was given 2 oz. of Whiskey. Rudy always gave his to someone else but after the doctor ordered him to take it, he found he liked the feeling. Now, the taste of whiskey always brings him back to that time and place.

33:30 Reunions with the men who flew with Rudy, particularly Lt. Kennedy many decades later.

37:45 Staying close to faith, never knowing whether one would come back from a mission or not.