42-27175
Assigned to 365FS, 358FG, 9AF USAAF. Failed to pull out of a dive when strafing a target near Chalons-sur-Marne, France with 1Lt Harry D. Bassler. Killed in Action (KIA) No MACR
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Units served with
- Unit Hierarchy: Group
- Air Force: Eighth Air Force
- Type Category: Fighter
- Unit Hierarchy: Squadron
- Air Force: Ninth Air Force
- Type Category: Fighter
People
- Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
- Nationality: American
- Unit: 358th Fighter Group 365th Fighter Squadron
- Service Numbers: 36047457 / O-665377
- Highest Rank: First Lieutenant
- Role/Job: Pilot
Events
Event | Location | Date | Description |
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Crashed |
Chalons-sur-Marne, France | 22 August 1944 | Chalons-sur-Marne, France |
Assigned |
Assigned to 365FS, 358FG, 9AF USAAF. | ||
Manufactured |
Republic, Long Island, NY | Built at Republic. |