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Aircraft struck in coolant system, forcing a ditch in the Channel on the way back to Debden. Pilot Lt Robert Hobert picked up by ASR that evening, but succumbed to the effects of exposure at 01:30 in Martlesham Hospital on 6 APR. KIA.
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Units served with
- Unit Hierarchy: Squadron
- Air Force: Eighth Air Force
- Type Category: Fighter
- Unit Hierarchy: Group
- Air Force: Eighth Air Force
- Type Category: Fighter
People
- Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
- Nationality: American
- Unit: 336th Fighter Squadron No 133 'Eagle' Squadron
- Service Numbers: O-885236
- Highest Rank: Captain
- Role/Job: Pilot
Places
- Site type: Airfield
Missions
- Date: 5 April 1944
Events
| Event | Location | Date | Description |
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Crashed |
English Channel | 5 April 1944 | Aircraft struck in coolant system, forcing a ditch in the Channel on the way back to Debden. Pilot Lt Robert Hobert picked up by ASR that evening, but succumbed to the effects of exposure at 01:30 in Martlesham Hospital on 6 APR. KIA. |
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