William David Lofton Jr

Military

Most memorable action was Schweinfurt raids, 14 October 1943 and 24 Feb 1944. Could not believe the number and variety of aircraft that attacked the front of his plane, "Baby Dumpling". Most enjoyable memory was a tour of London by John Steinbeck after the October 1943 Schweinfurt raid.



Presidential Unit Citation, ETO Medal, DFC, Ar Medal w/3 Oak leaf clusters

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Units served with

The insignia of the 381st Bomb Group.
  • Unit Hierarchy: Group
  • Air Force: Eighth Air Force
  • Type Category: Bombardment

People

  • Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
  • Nationality: American
  • Unit: 381st Bomb Group 532nd Bomb Squadron
  • Service Numbers: O-672302
  • Highest Rank: Lieutenant
  • Role/Job: Pilot

Aircraft

  • Aircraft Type: B-17 Flying Fortress
  • Nicknames: Baby Dumpling, Danny Dumpling
  • Unit: 381st Bomb Group 532nd Bomb Squadron

Events

Event Location Date Description

Born

Marietta, Oklahoma 17 September 1922

Died

9 May 1976

Buried

Kirkland, Washington

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