FRE 2016
IMAGEThe nose art of a B-24 Liberator (serial number 41-29490) nicknamed "Gemini ?" of the 486th Bomb Group. The nose art was painted by artist Phillip S. Brinkman. Image via John Bode. Bode has handwritten of front of image: 'B-24H, 1944. What Gp? 486 Squad. Sudbury.' Bode has handwritten on the reverse: 'Wasn't there a whole squadron (?) with the names of the Zodiac? John Bode.'
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Units
- Unit Hierarchy: Group
- Air Force: Eighth Air Force
- Type Category: Bombardment
People
- Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
- Nationality: American
- Unit: 486th Bomb Group 834th Bomb Squadron
- Service Numbers: 37187863
- Highest Rank: Corporal (RAF)
- Role/Job: Draftsman