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These two went through flight school in Coleman, Greenville, and Eagle Pass, Texas then joined the 353rd FG / 351st FS in August of 1944. First flying P-47D Thunderbolts and then P-51D Mustangs they finished their tour in April 1945. Murray got the only air tally, downing a ME-262 fighter jet on January 14, 1945 leading Blue Flight.

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Walter E Murphey

  • Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
  • Nationality: American
  • Unit: 353rd Fighter Group 351st Fighter Squadron
  • Service Numbers: O-708743
  • Highest Rank: First Lieutenant
  • Role/Job: Fighter pilot

Billy Joe Murray

  • Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
  • Nationality: American
  • Unit: 353rd Fighter Group 351st Fighter Squadron
  • Service Numbers: 18162953 / O-708745
  • Highest Rank: First Lieutenant
  • Role/Job: Fighter pilot 353rd

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Personal effects of Billy J. Murray of the 353rd FG/ 351st FS