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Assigned to 94TCS, 439TCG, 9AF USAAF. Flown into Bastogne on re-supply mission, ammo and supplies for 101st and 82nd for airborne division. 27-Dec-44 Pilot F/O Meyer Sheff Prisoner of War (POW).
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Units served with
- Unit Hierarchy: Group
- Air Force: Ninth Air Force
- Type Category: Troop Carrier
- Unit Hierarchy: Squadron
- Air Force: Ninth Air Force
People
- Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
- Nationality: American
- Unit: 439th Troop Carrier Group 94th Troop Carrier Squadron
- Service Numbers: 12039998 / T-121279
- Highest Rank: Flight Officer
- Role/Job: Glider pilot
Places
- Site type: Airfield
- Known as: Smeatharpe
Events
| Event | Location | Date | Description |
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Crashed Failed to Return (FTR) |
Belgium | 27 December 1944 | Flown into Bastogne on re-supply mission, ammo and supplies for 101st and 82nd for airborne division. 27-Dec-44 Pilot F/O Meyer Sheff POW. |
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Manufactured |
Deep River, CT, USA | Built at Pratt Read. | |
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Delivered |
Groton-New London Airport, 155 Tower Ave, Groton, CT 06340, USA | Delivered to USAAF. | |
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Assigned |
Upottery, Honiton EX14, UK | Assigned to 94TCS, 439TCG, 9AF USAAF. |