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The Time "Wrong Way Corrigan" Chose Chicken Over Maryland Crabs

WYPR - 88.1 FM Baltimore | By Gil Sandler
Published August 15, 2014 at 7:30 AM EDT
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In 1938, a 30-year old aviator landed his plane in Ireland. Upon deplaning, he said that he had been headed for California. He became a national hero and was feted in Baltimore - with surprising results.

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Gil Sandler
Gil Sandler was born and raised in Baltimore -- a circumstance he considers fortunate and one he does not want you to forget. He attended public school (P.S. #59, Garrison Junior High, Baltimore City College, Class of 1941) and then served in the United States Navy.
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