Lacey Lady: The Second World War Bomber That Sat Atop A Gas Station For Almost 70 Years

While the Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress was one of the Allies' leading bombers during World War Two, did you know that one sat above an Oregon gas station for 70 years?

After learning that surplus United States Air Force B-17 Flying Fortress bombers were for sale at a meager price, Milwaukie, Oregon gas station owner Art Lacey decided it would make an ideal attraction and provide shade at the pumps for his customers.