41-6621

media-15154.jpeg UPL 15154 (then) 2nd Lt. Pierce McKennon in the cockpit of hie P-47C Thunderbolt 416621.
It displays a single kill marking, denoting his victory over an Fw 190 on 30 July 1943 - the first of his 11 aerial successes.

Personal research & 4th Fighter Group 'Debden Eagles' by Chris Bucholz.

Object Number - UPL 15154 - (then) 2nd Lt. Pierce McKennon in the cockpit of hie P-47C Thunderbolt 416621. It displays a single kill marking, denoting his victory over an Fw...

Assigned to 335FS, 4FG, 8AF USAAF. One-time personal aircraft of 2nd Lt Pierce McKennon.

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Pierce Winningham McKennon

  • Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
  • Nationality: American
  • Unit: 4th Fighter Group 335th Fighter Squadron
  • Service Numbers: O-885562
  • Highest Rank: Major
  • Role/Job: Fighter Pilot / Squadron Commander

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E/A Destroyed

France 30 July 1943 Fw190 destroyed, pilot Lt Pierce McKennon.

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4th Fighter Group: Debden Eagles By Chris Bucholtz.

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Personal research & 4th Fighter Group 'Debden Eagles' by Chris Bucholz.

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