UPL 45435
IMAGEFighter ace William J. Hovde (then a captain) of the 358th FS, 355th FG 8th AF and his P-51B. Of note the white cross under the swastikas: that stencil signified that Hovde’s Mustang was equiped with a fuselage fuel tank.
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Units
- Unit Hierarchy: Group
- Air Force: Eighth Air Force
- Type Category: Fighter
- Unit Hierarchy: Squadron
- Air Force: Eighth Air Force
- Type Category: Fighter
People
- Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
- Nationality: American
- Unit: 355th Fighter Group 358th Fighter Squadron
- Service Numbers: O-25753
- Highest Rank: Major
- Role/Job: Fighter Pilot
Locations
- Site type: Airfield