UPL 50925

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This dramatic view, taken from the ball turret, shows the group "on course" for the bomb run. Note the 8/10th cloud undercover as the Lead B-17 sights on the Merseburg/Leuna German oil factories below. Taken on December 21, 1944. Photo contributed by Paul Chryst

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Units

Unofficial emblem of the 91st Bomb Group.
  • Unit Hierarchy: Group
  • Air Force: Eighth Air Force
  • Type Category: Bombardment

People

Lieutenant Paul Chryst, a navigator of the 91st Bomb Group in position inside his B-17 Flying Fortress. Image by Lieutenant Colonel Paul Chryst, 91st Bomb Group. Written on slide casing: 'Lt Chryst, Navigator.'
  • Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
  • Nationality: American
  • Unit: 91st Bomb Group 401st Bomb Squadron
  • Service Numbers: 13099534 at enlistment, then O-?
  • Highest Rank: Lieutenant Colonel
  • Role/Job: Bombardier

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