FRE 9834
IMAGECaptain Francis S Gabreski of the 56th Fighter Group in the cockpit of his P-47 Thunderbolt. Image stamped on reverse: 'Associated press.' [stamp], 'Not to be published 27 Apr 1943.' [stamp] and 260418.' [censor no.] Printed caption on reverse: 'THE "THUNDERBOLT" IN BRITAIN- AND THE MEN WHO FLY IT. Associated Press Photo shows: Capt FS Gabreski, Oil City, Penn, one of the US Pilots who are now flying A Thunderbolt, newest American fighter to reach this country.'
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Units
- Unit Hierarchy: Group
- Air Force: Eighth Air Force
- Type Category: Fighter
People
- Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
- Nationality: American
- Unit: 56th Fighter Group 61st Fighter Squadron Headquarters (56th Fighter Group)
- Service Numbers: O-406131
- Highest Rank: Colonel
- Role/Job: Fighter Pilot