UPL 6609

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John Childs (left) and Huie Lamb with 'Brussels' the dog. Brussels was owned by Huie's friend, Tory Eggleston, who brought him back from leave in his pocket. He was just a 'sprout', so they called him 'Brussels'. When Troy was killed, Huie looked after Brussels, who became a much-loved member of the 82nd Fighter Squadron. Image courtesy of Huie Lamb.

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People

  • Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
  • Nationality: American
  • Unit: 82nd Fighter Squadron
  • Service Numbers: 18024763 / T-125012 / O-2005854
  • Highest Rank: First Lieutenant
  • Role/Job: Fighter pilot
  • Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
  • Nationality: American
  • Unit: 78th Fighter Group 82nd Fighter Squadron
  • Service Numbers: O-708700
  • Highest Rank: Lieutenant Colonel
  • Role/Job: Fighter Pilot
  • Military/Civilian/Mascot: Mascot
  • Nationality: British
  • Unit: 82nd Fighter Squadron
  • Highest Rank: Other
  • Role/Job: Mascot

Aircraft

A P-47 Thunderbolt aircraft (serial number 42-27606), converted to a two-seater aircraft. The black and white “checkerboard” cowling identifies the aircraft as being in the 78th Fighter Group, and the red tailfin marking denotes it as part of the 82nd Squadron. Handwritten on slide casing:"2-seat P-47 78FG Mount Farm R. Astrella"
  • Aircraft Type: P-47 Thunderbolt
  • Unit: 78th Fighter Group 82nd Fighter Squadron 84th Fighter Squadron

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Sources

Image courtesy of Huie Lamb. Information from Huie Lamb interview.