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Capt Verne E Hooker, 435th Fighter Squadron. P-51D 44-14827 J2-N. Verne’s Mustang takes off for an escort mission deep into Germany, heavily laden with two 110 gallon pressed steel drop tanks.

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Captain Verne Hooker of the 479th Fighter Group with his P-51 Mustang. Handwritten caption on reverse: '44-14417? Capt Verne E. Hooker 479 F.G. Shot down ME262 7 Apr 1945. Kent Miller Photo.'
  • Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
  • Nationality: American
  • Unit: 479th Fighter Group 435th Fighter Squadron
  • Service Numbers: 19071348 / O-760464
  • Highest Rank: First Lieutenant
  • Role/Job: Pilot / Ops Officer
Lieutenant Paul H. Klees of the 375th Fighter Squadron, assists a ground crewman of the 361st Fighter Group on an inspection of his P-51 Mustang (E2-V, serial number 44-14827). Handwritten caption on reverse: 'Lt Paul Klees, 375, 11/44, Walther.'
  • Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
  • Nationality: American
  • Unit: 361st Fighter Group 375th Fighter Squadron
  • Service Numbers: T-61700
  • Highest Rank: First Lieutenant
  • Role/Job: Fighter pilot

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