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Units served with
![Three P-51 Mustangs of the 369th Fighter Squadron, 359th Fighter Group fly together in formation. The aircraft foreground to background are: (IV-P, serial number 44-14543) nicknamed "Precious Pat", piloted by Lieutenant Ralston; (IV-Z, serial number 44-15007) piloted by Lieutenant Klem; and (IV-D, serial number 44-15394). First handwritten caption on reverse: 'November 15 1944- 369th FS Lts. Ralston (P), Klem (Z), [illegible] (D).' Second handwritten caption on reverse: '15/11/44 369th Fighter Squadron, 3](https://assets.americanairmuseum.com/s3fs-public/styles/max_650x650/public/freeman/media-377226.jpg?itok=VcssjDKX)
- Unit Hierarchy: Group
- Air Force: Eighth Air Force
- Type Category: Fighter
![The insignia of the 369th Fighter Squadron, 359th Fighter Group.](https://assets.americanairmuseum.com/s3fs-public/styles/max_650x650/public/freeman/media-388551.jpg?itok=BPSahfHO)
- Unit Hierarchy: Squadron
- Air Force: Eighth Air Force
- Type Category: Fighter
People
- Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
- Nationality: American
- Unit: 354th Fighter Group 359th Fighter Group 369th Fighter Squadron
- Service Numbers: O-710618
- Highest Rank: Second Lieutenant
- Role/Job: Pilot
Events
Event | Location | Date | Description |
---|---|---|---|
Other Failed to Return (FTR) |
Germany | 3 April 1945 |
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Sources
MACR 13968 / Paul Andrews, Project Bits and Pieces, 8th Air Force Roll of Honor database