FRE 2685
IMAGEA P-47 Thunderbolt of the 56th Fighter Group, flown by Captain Fred Christensen strafes a ground target, 19 July 1944. Gun camera image. Handwritten caption on reverse: '19-7-44. 56th Fighter Group (WWII). Capt. Christensen.'
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Units
- Unit Hierarchy: Group
- Air Force: Eighth Air Force
- Type Category: Fighter
People
- Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
- Nationality: American
- Unit: 56th Fighter Group 62nd Fighter Squadron
- Service Numbers: 11047421 / O-794920
- Highest Rank: Colonel
- Role/Job: Fighter pilot