FRE 9927

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Major Wilbur Watson leads personnel of the 56th Fighter Group in taking the salute during an award presentation at Boxted. Colonel Hubert Zemke (56th Fighter Group) has handwritten on the reverse: '32- Pilots of the 56th have been called to attention in their formation for presentation of awards. Major Wilbur Watson- the troop Ground Executive has taken the salute saying 'All present and accounted for' Boxted, 1944.'

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Major Wilbur Watson and Major Horace C. Craig of the 56th Fighter Group, enjoy a chat in the Officer's Mess at Halesworth. Handwritten caption on reverse: '2-17. Two right-hand-men of the 56th in the Officer's Mess Halesworth. Major Wilbur Watson was formerly an enlisted man who became an officer. This man knew the ways of the military and servicemen. Major Horace C. Craig - Ops Officer 62nd Fighter Sq. Major D.C. Schilling's right-hand-man in all flight training and operations. # Took over the 62nd when
  • Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
  • Nationality: American
  • Unit: 56th Fighter Group Headquarters (56th Fighter Group)
  • Role/Job: Officer

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IWM, Roger Freeman Collection