Agent Saves 600 Stranded Fliers in Chetnik Fortress
NEA reports Navy airman Arthur Jibilia leapt from a plane over Jugy devia to pull a parachute rip cord saving over 600 stranded fliers. He volunteered with the Office of Strategic Services after his 1944 parachuting mission. His later duty included postings with Tito's forces in Jugy Mavia.
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Rescue of 40 American airmen by Chetniks and Jibilian
In August a mission to evacuate American fliers near a Chetnik stronghold succeeds after a radio failure. Jibilian coordinates with Tito and Mihailovitch factions, directing six nights of C 47 evacuations that rescue hundreds of men and eventually lead to further aid. He receives the Silver Star for his role.
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Josie Bishop Mine Fueling Global Attention
NEA staff report details Josie Bishop who operates the Pitchblende radium mine. The buried treasure 600 feet under the Mojave Desert is tied to pitchblende and uranium. Originating in 1937 discoveries near Red Rock sparked international interest and linked to the Curie Institute.
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