41-6539 Arizona Pete
Image Courtesy of Carter Gable
Object Number - UPL 6647 - Kenneth Peterson of the 4th Fighter Group with his P-47 Thunderbolt (VF-F, serial number 41-6539) nicknamed "Arizona Pete".
The art adorning Peterson's Thunderbolt referenced his hometown of Mesa, Arizona, as did his nickname 'Blacksnake'. He flew this aircraft until it was damaged in a crash on 28 June 1943.
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Units served with
- Unit Hierarchy: Squadron
- Air Force: Eighth Air Force
- Type Category: Fighter
- Unit Hierarchy: Group
- Air Force: Eighth Air Force
- Type Category: Fighter
People
- Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
- Nationality: American
- Unit: 336th Fighter Squadron No 133 'Eagle' Squadron
- Service Numbers: O-885215
- Highest Rank: Captain
- Role/Job: Pilot
Places
- Site type: Airfield
Events
| Event | Location | Date | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Crashed |
28 June 1943 |
Revisions
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Changes
Sources
Personal research & 4th Fighter Group 'Debden Eagles' by Chris Bucholtz.
