UPL 17100
IMAGEStanley 'Mike' Kolendorski straps on his parachute by his Hawker Hurricane Z3186 early in 1941. His Polish extraction is evident by his thigh pocket markings. He was shot down on May 17, 1941, the first Eagle Squadron pilot to be killed on active service with the RAF.
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Units
- Unit Hierarchy: Squadron
- Type Category: Fighter
People
- Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
- Nationality: American
- Unit: No 71 'Eagle' Squadron
- Service Numbers: 84875
- Highest Rank: Flying Officer
- Role/Job: Pilot
Aircraft
- Aircraft Type: Hurricane
- Unit: No 71 'Eagle' Squadron
Locations
- Site type: Airfield
- Site type: Airfield