UPL 23906

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Identified on the reverse in Harold Motz's handwriting as his "escape picture". This small photo (roughly 2 x 2.5 inches) of an airman in civilian clothing was given to aircrew members in the event they were shot down but managed to evade capture. It could be used to help create a false identification card to aid them in their escape from German-controlled territory.

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Units

The insignia of the 447th Bomb Group.
  • Unit Hierarchy: Group
  • Air Force: Eighth Air Force
  • Type Category: Bombardment

People

  • Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
  • Nationality: American
  • Unit: 447th Bomb Group 708th Bomb Squadron
  • Service Numbers: O-717475
  • Highest Rank: First Lieutenant
  • Role/Job: Navigator

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Date:
Contributortimothymotz
ChangesChanges to place associations
Sources

Timothy Motz, from the estate of Harold Motz, 2016

Date:
Contributortimothymotz
ChangesCreated entry with caption, unit associations, person associations and place associations
Sources

Timothy Motz, from the estate of Harold Motz, 2016