UPL 68995

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Faustino Anastasio Villarreal from Pharr, Texas Sergeant 323 Bombardment group 456 Bombardment squadron

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Private First Class Barbara O'Brien of the Womens Army Corps, paints the nose of a B-26 Marauder (YU-Y. serial number 41-34982) nicknamed "Jolly Roger" of the 323rd Bomb Group. Image stamped on reverse: 'Associated Press.' [stamp], 'Passed for Publcation 4 Dec 1943.' [stamp] and '295589.' [Censor no.] Printed caption on reverse: 'W.A.C.S. on duty at a Bomber Station. Associated Press Photo shows:- Pfc: Barbara O'Brien painting the Jolly Roger on the nose of a Marauder with the crew looking on.'
  • Unit Hierarchy: Group
  • Air Force: Eighth Air Force
  • Type Category: Bombardment

People

Faustino A. Villarreal SGT 323 Bomb GP/  456 bombardment  squadron
  • Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
  • Nationality: American
  • Unit: 456th Bomb Squadron 323rd Bomb Group
  • Highest Rank: Sergeant (RAF)
  • Role/Job: Gunner

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