UPL 60592

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B-17 42-97174 'Joanne' - 24-May-44: was hit by debris from two colliding B-17s of the 381stBG which burned off surface fabric of rudders and elevator. But returned to base. Tail gunner: Sgt. Jack N. Ross bailed out when he thought aircraft was doomed and became POW.

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42-97174
  • Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
  • Nationality: American
  • Unit: 381st Bomb Group 534th Bomb Squadron
  • Service Numbers: O-?
  • Highest Rank: First Lieutenant
  • Role/Job: Pilot

Aircraft

  • Aircraft Type: B-17 Flying Fortress
  • Nicknames: Joanne
  • Unit: 381st Bomb Group 534th Bomb Squadron

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