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Vanished in Valor: Cold Case Search for My MIA Brother Paperback – February 24, 2024

by Michael I. Darter (Author)
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Vanished In Valor unravels the true story of Staff Sergeant Eugene F. Darter, a crew member in the esteemed 8th Air Force during World War II. Originally recruited by the US Navy in 1931 to become an undercover investigator of subversive activities, he later went on to become a private detective investigator and then joined the Army Air Force war effort in 1942. During his last furlough home, he formed a deep bond with his younger brother, Michael, before heading to the bloody World War frontlines. In 1943 a fierce battle raged over Nazi-occupied Europe, and every day young airmen faced great risk of injury and death. Eugene and his crew embarked on a perilous mission that led to injuries and imprisonment of seven (POW), and the mysterious disappearance of three who never returned at the end of the war (MIA), including Eugene.

Decades of mourning and speculation followed, with Michael vowing to uncover the truth of his brother’s vanishment. In 2000, a serendipitous internet search led to the incredible discovery of four surviving crewmates, who shared what they knew about Eugene and the two pilots, and the rest of the crew during fierce aerial combat. These and other discoveries ignited an investigative journey through eye-witnesses’ stories of heroism, love, loss, and miracles.

Meet Dr. Michael Darter, a dedicated author and engineering professor, who has devoted years of his life to discovering the fate of his brother Eugene and crewmates. With meticulous research, Vanished In Valor presents a strong tribute to their sacrifice. Michael has engaged with surviving crewmates, families, veterans, institutions, archives, and fellow researchers, weaving together the tapestry of their fateful mission. In his endeavor to honor the fallen and offer closure, Michael sheds light on the horrors of war, where so many airmen paid the ultimate sacrifice, never to return home. The latest search for Eugene's remains led to the review of more than 800 X-files of buried, unknown Americans in Europe, and the discovery of a few potential matches with Eugene that after further documentation will be submitted to the US Government for DNA testing. Dr. Darter advocates for more DNA testing of remains of unknowns to "Bring Them Home," to better preserve and honor their ultimate sacrifice.
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0CWJYMLCD
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published (February 24, 2024)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 292 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8882771187
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.42 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7 x 0.66 x 10 inches
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Just born author Michael Darter was flown around the neighborhood on a pillow by his older brother S/Sgt. Eugene Darter on his last furlough home before flying off to a bloody war in Europe. Eugene was a crew member in a B17 in the 8th Air Force, 95th Bomb Group who vanished on his first mission over Nazi Germany.

The sadness and loss and lack of closure of the Eugene's family was heartbreaking for six decades until one day his now grownup younger brother did an internet search for "B17" and discovered one of his crew members and then another and another and launched a 15 year very cold case investigation to discover what happened to his only brother. The story of what happened to the crew and in particular to three of its MIA members is truly amazing and shocking. The week by week discoveries including a few miracles of what happened over 60 years ago to ten young men who willingly gave up their tomorrows for our freedom today is indeed inspiring. And then came the moment of discovery of an eyewitness who saw what happened to his older brother... This book will inspire anyone who has a missing loved one to continue their search because help is just waiting for you to begin your search.

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Dana Bowles
5.0 out of 5 stars Vanished in Valor
Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2024
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A very compelling story about an investigation by the brother of a WWII MIA airman. A very interesting and inspiring book.
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Peter Kopac
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing Story
Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2024
This is more than just an amazing story of the crew of a B17F bomber that went missing more than 80 years ago over German-occupied territory. What started as an investigation into what happened to the author’s MIA brother is now a valuable resource for numerous other families whose lives have been impacted by uncertainty surrounding an MIA relative. Writing from the heart in an easy-to-read conversational style, Darter leaves no stone unturned in his exploration of events that fateful day. From several site visits to interviews with surviving crew members and eye witnesses to meticulous searches of historical records, Darter's abilities as a researcher shine through. His compassionate side is also evident as he describes the experiences of all who played a part that day. His book is truly a source of inspiration with the underlying message to never give up your search for truth.
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