UPL 39363

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Leonard H. Van Over (Oct 29, 1917, Kansas City, Jackson County, MO – Mar 14, 2003, Bridgeport, Wise County, TX) (front row, center), Ball Turret Gunner/Togglier, with mission crew on (aircraft) "Little Chum", 447 BG, 710 BS, RAF Rattlesden, England, c. 1943-1945.

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Units

The insignia of the 447th Bomb Group.
  • Unit Hierarchy: Group
  • Air Force: Eighth Air Force
  • Type Category: Bombardment

People

  • Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
  • Nationality: American
  • Unit: 447th Bomb Group 710th Bomb Squadron
  • Role/Job: Ball Turret Gunner / Togglier

Aircraft

  • Aircraft Type: B-17 Flying Fortress
  • Nicknames: Little Chum
  • Unit: 447th Bomb Group 710th Bomb Squadron 711th Bomb Squadron

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Sources

Van Over physical family photo. This photograph was carried in the wallet of Leonard H. Van Over from c. 1943-1945 until the time of his passing in 2003. Through years and the rotational changing of multiple wallets, his fondness for his brothers in arms endured, ensuring that this photo was carried as a continual reminder.