UPL 66316

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This is the b-17 crew that occupied this b-17 on its last mission. The man standing in the far back is Richard “Dick” Wessel. One of two men to survive the initial crash.

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Flight crew of a B-17 bomber. Richard “Dick” Wessel standing in back
  • Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
  • Nationality: American
  • Unit: 490th Bomb Group 850th Bomb Squadron
  • Service Numbers: 35692927 / O-773029
  • Highest Rank: Second Lieutenant
  • Role/Job: Bombardier

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