B-25 flyover Alton IL Archives

B-25 Mitchell Bomber Roars Over Alton: A First-Time Memorial Day Tribute That Gave Everyone Chills

There’s something unforgettable about the sound of a World War II bomber cutting through the sky on Memorial Day. This year, residents and parade-goers in Alton, Illinois, got to experience that thrill in a brand-new way. On Monday morning, May 25, 2026, a vintage North American B-25 Mitchell bomber made its first-ever appearance over Alton’s […]