FRE 4967

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Corporal William P. James and Technical Sergeant Ezra B. Towne of the 385th Bomb Group paint the nose art of a B-17 Flying Fortress nicknamed "Latest Rumour". Passed for publication 10 Oct 1943. Printed caption on reverse: 'Flying Fortresses In Combat Missions Over Europe. Picture Shows:- Cpl. William P. James, Ashville, N.C. and T/Sgt. Ezra B. Towne, Delta, La., crew chief with the Fortress "Latest Rumour". U.S. Pool/SG/H. Keystone 49.' Censor no: 287594. 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