FRE 4969

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Technical Sergeant Marvin N. Hudgens and Sergeant Donald E. Clapper of the 385th Bomb Group paint the nose art of a B-17 Flying Fortress nicknamed "Yank". Passed for publication 10 Oct 1943. Printed caption on reverse: 'Flying Fortresses In Combat Missions Over Europe. Picture Shows:- T/Sgt. Marvin N. Hudgens, El Paso, Texas, crew chief, puts additional touches to the "Yank", which is piloted by Capt. Ivon Klohe, Monterey, California. Looking on is Sgt. Donald E. Clapper, Alttona[sic], Pa. U.S. Pool/SG/H. Keystone 78.' Censor no: 287596. On reverse: US Army Press Censor ETO and US Army General Section Press & Censorship Bureau [Stamps].

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Units

The insignia of the 385th Bomb Group.
  • Unit Hierarchy: Group
  • Air Force: Eighth Air Force
  • Type Category: Bombardment

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IWM, Roger Freeman Collection