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1Lt Joseph F Palmer, Joe's plane was heavily damaged by German AA-fire and it crashed near Borgsweer The Netherlands. 7 men of a crew from 11 died, the other 4 survived but were taken prisoner. Joe Palmer was among those killed. He was 23 years old.
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Units
- Unit Hierarchy: Squadron
- Air Force: Eighth Air Force
- Type Category: Bombardment
People
- Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
- Nationality: American
- Unit: 303rd Bomb Group 360th Bomb Squadron
- Service Numbers: O-791142
- Highest Rank: First Lieutenant
- Role/Job: Pilot
Aircraft
- Aircraft Type: B-17 Flying Fortress
- Nicknames: The Avenger
- Unit: 303rd Bomb Group 360th Bomb Squadron
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Michel Beckers WW2CRASHSITERESEARCH