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Ol' Scrapiron Lt. Robert Stevenson Killed in action on 29 April 1944 during his Combat Orientation flight with the Elmer Johnson crew in 42-97501. The crew was reassembled later, with co-pilot Dahlgran taking Stevenson's place and a new co-pilot. "Old Scrapiron" was a nickname Stevenson earned during training, and their assigned aircraft was named in his honor.

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  • Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
  • Nationality: American
  • Unit: 447th Bomb Group 711th Bomb Squadron
  • Service Numbers: O-810250
  • Highest Rank: Second Lieutenant
  • Role/Job: Pilot

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