41-31664 Heavenly Body

Object Number - FRE 1322 - A bomber crew of the 387th Bomb Group with their B-26 Marauder (KX-A, serial number 41-31664) nicknamed "Heavenly Body". Image via S. Rowe....
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Units served with

- Unit Hierarchy: Group
- Air Force: Eighth Air Force Ninth Air Force
- Type Category: Bombardment
- Unit Hierarchy: Squadron
- Air Force: Ninth Air Force
- Type Category: Bombardment
People
- Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
- Nationality: American
- Unit: 387th Bomb Group 558th Bomb Squadron
- Service Numbers: 13057193
- Highest Rank: Staff Sergeant
- Role/Job: Gunner
Events
Event | Location | Date | Description |
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Crashed Failed to Return (FTR) |
Forêt de Grimbosq, 14220 Grimbosq, France | 8 June 1944 - 8 June 1944 | Hit by FLAK over target (Foret de Grimbosq). Aircraft turned onto its back and fell to earth, exploding before it hit the ground at an altitude about 1000 feet. |