42-52562
Lost on their first mission when they collided with another 466th BG in thick clouds during assembly for the 27 March 1944 mission.
466th BG HIstorian
Object Number - UPL 6365 - Prosper F. Pinto Crew Lost on their first mission when they collided with another 466th BG in thick clouds during assembly for the 27 March 1944...
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People
- Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
- Nationality: American
- Unit: 466th Bomb Group 785th Bomb Squadron
- Service Numbers: 32465821
- Highest Rank: Technician Third Grade
- Role/Job: Radio Operator
- Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
- Nationality: American
- Unit: 466th Bomb Group 785th Bomb Squadron
- Service Numbers: 39907345
- Highest Rank: Technician Fourth Grade
- Role/Job: Armorer Gunner
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| Event | Location | Date | Description |
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Crashed |
Northall Green, Dereham, Dereham, Norfolk NR20, UK | 27 March 1944 | After turning back due to engine trouble crashed with B-24H 41-29364. All 20 crewmen on both aircraft were KIA |