William Kelly Charles Collonan
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UPL 19769
Major William Kelly Charles Collonan US Army, Observer in P-38 'Droop Snoot' Lightning 44-23162. MIA/FOD 9-8-44.
Observor P-38 'Droop Snoot' 44-23162, flew recon of Mortain area, due to overcast reduced altitude and A/C was hit by flak in starboard engine, pilot 1st Lt Dean R Burns lost control and both baled out. 2 x MIA/FOD. MACR 7862.
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People
- Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
- Nationality: American
- Unit: 370th Fighter Group 405th Fighter Group 402nd Fighter Squadron 511th Fighter Squadron
- Service Numbers: 19074204 / O-674032
- Highest Rank: First Lieutenant
- Role/Job: Pilot
Aircraft
- Aircraft Type: P-38 Lightning
- Unit: Base Air Depot 3 370th Fighter Group 402nd Fighter Squadron
Events
Event | Location | Date | Description |
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Died |
50140 Mortain, France | 9 August 1944 | Flew recon of Mortain area, due to overcast reduced altitude and A/C was hit by flak in starboard engine, pilot 1st Lt Dean R Burns lost control and both baled out. 2 x MIA/FOD. MACR 7862. |
Born |
California, USA | ||
Sacramento County, CA, USA | |||
Buried |
San Mateo County, CA, USA | Golden Gate National Cemetery San Bruno, San Mateo County California, USA. |