John Katsaros was a U.S. Army Air Force Sergeant and served as an aerial engineer, gunner and photographer on B-17 bombers in the 8th Air Force.  In March 1944, Katsaros’ plane was shot down over Frankfurt, Germany. He suffered severe wounds and was pursued and captured by the Gestapo. He later escaped with the assistance of the French Resistance. Katsaros chronicled his exploits in a book, Code Burgundy-The Long Escape.