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A P-47 Thunderbolt aircraft of the 56th Fighter Group, (HV-V) named "Little Chief". The aircraft was piloted by Lieutenant Frank W. Klibbe. Handwritten on slide casing:"HV:V Little Chief Klibbe"
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A P-47 Thunderbolt aircraft of the 56th Fighter Group, (HV-V) named "Little Chief". The aircraft was piloted by Lieutenant Frank W. Klibbe. Handwritten on slide casing:"HV:V Little Chief Klibbe"

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Lieutenant F W Klibbe of the 56th Fighter Group with a P-47 Thunderbolt.

Frank William Klibbe

  • Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
  • Nationality: American
  • Unit: 56th Fighter Group 61st Fighter Squadron
  • Service Numbers: 15082274 / T-000977 / O-2045005
  • Highest Rank: Colonel
  • Role/Job: Pilot

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P-47 Thunderbolt pilot Lieutenant Frank W. Klibbe and two ground crew of the 61st Fighter Squadron, 56th Fighter Group.

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  • Aircraft Type: P-47 Thunderbolt
  • Nicknames: Little Chief
  • Unit: 56th Fighter Group 61st Fighter Squadron

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IWM, Roger Freeman Collection