UPL 16998

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Bob (fourth from left), on the day he was awarded the Air Medal and Oak Leaf Cluster, and promoted to captain in 1944. Wallace (Bud) Emmer (first from left).

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Captain Wallace M Emmer of the 383rd Fighter Squadron, 354th Fighter Group with his P-51 Mustang. Handwritten caption on reverse: 'Capt Wallace M Emmer, 383FS/354th FG. 3/44 Boxted. 14 air victories, 5th ranking 9AF ace at VE Day.'
  • Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
  • Nationality: American
  • Unit: 354th Fighter Group 353rd Fighter Squadron
  • Service Numbers: O-730422
  • Highest Rank: Captain
  • Role/Job: Fighter Pilot/Squadron Commander
  • Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
  • Nationality: American
  • Unit: 354th Fighter Group 355th Fighter Squadron
  • Service Numbers: 17064132 / 0-730650
  • Highest Rank: Colonel
  • Role/Job: Pilot

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ContributorLibbyemmer
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I know this from family photos.

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ContributorAl_Skiff
ChangesCreated entry with caption and person associations