UPL 17996
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William “Bill” Slade (left) poses for a photo with Dougie, a current 336th FS pilot, during his 100th birthday celebration, Sept. 3, 2015, at Roswell Air Force Base, New Mexico. 2nd Lt Slade flew combat missions for the squadron during WWII, including prior service in 133 [Eagle] Sqn RAF in the Battle of Britain.
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Units
- Unit Hierarchy: Squadron
- Air Force: Eighth Air Force
- Type Category: Fighter
- Unit Hierarchy: Group
- Air Force: Eighth Air Force
- Type Category: Fighter
- Unit Hierarchy: Squadron
- Type Category: Fighter
People
- Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
- Nationality: American
- Unit: 336th Fighter Squadron No 133 'Eagle' Squadron
- Service Numbers: O-885232
- Highest Rank: Second Lieutenant
- Role/Job: Pilot
Locations
- Site type: Airfield
- Site type: Airfield