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Assigned to 336FS, 4FG, 8AF USAAF. Failed to return (FTR) freelance mission to Kbely. Shot down by flak near Kbley aerodrome whilst ground strafing. Pilot Lt Edward Gimbel Prisoner of War (POW). 16-Apr-45. MACR 14129.
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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
- Service Numbers: O-887752 [J15890 RCAF]
- Highest Rank: Captain
- Role/Job: Fighter Pilot
Places
- Site type: Airfield
Events
| Event | Location | Date | Description |
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Crashed Failed to Return (FTR) |
280 02 Kbel, Czech Republic | 16 April 1945 | Failed to return (FTR) freelance mission to Kbely. Shot down by flak near Kbley aerodrome whilst ground strafing. Pilot Lt Edward Gimbel Prisoner of War (POW). 16-Apr-45. MACR 14129. |
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Manufactured |
Inglewood, CA, USA | Built by North American Aviation. | |
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Delivered |
California, USA | Delivered to USAAF. | |
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Assigned |
Assigned to 336FS, 4FG, 8AF USAAF. |