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Delivered Dallas 22/6/44; Langley 21/7/44; Dow Fd 16/8/44; Assigned 379BG Kimbolton 6/9/44; battle damaged Cologne 14/10/44 with ?; force landed continent, Salvaged.

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Lieutenant Lester A. Gibson, Colonle Maurice A. Preston and Major Otis E Parks of the 379th Bomb Group enjoy a meal after returning from a mission. Handwritten caption on reverse: '47.' . Censor no: 298752. On reverse: Associated Press [Stamp]. Printed caption on reverse: 'THE LEADERS TALK IT OVER. Associated Press Photo Shows: The leaders of yesterday's ( January 4) raid on Germany - Berlin Radio said that Kiel was the target - Exchange experiences as they enjoy a hot meal on their return. They are (Left

Lester A Gibson

  • Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
  • Nationality: American
  • Unit: 379th Bomb Group 525th Bomb Squadron
  • Service Numbers: O-734077
  • Highest Rank: Captain
  • Role/Job: Pilot; Flight commander

Leonard D Reed

  • Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
  • Nationality: American
  • Unit: 41st Combat Bomb Wing 379th Bomb Group 526th Bomb Squadron
  • Service Numbers: 0720009
  • Highest Rank: First Lieutenant
  • Role/Job: Navigator

Louis W Rohr

  • Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
  • Nationality: American
  • Unit: 379th Bomb Group 524th Bomb Squadron
  • Service Numbers: O-45981
  • Highest Rank: Colonel
  • Role/Job: Air Executive Officer

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Contributorjmoore43
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Added the Production block number and Manufacturer per info on the internet.
SOURCE: https://b17flyingfortress.de/en/production-block/b-17g-50-ve-44-8101-44…

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ContributorAAM
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Dave Osborne, B-17 Fortress Master Log