UPL 14999

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Capt. Donald R. Emerson took this aircraft over from Lt. Edward A. Quist, who had become a POW on 8 November 1944. Capt. Emerson would be Killed In Action flying this aircraft on Christmas day 1944.

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At Debden, Lt. Donald R. Emerson of the 4th Fighter Group holds the rabbit's foot talisman, which he wears on a chain around his neck. Passed for publication 11 April 1944. Printed caption attached to print: 'D.R. Emerson (N. Dakota) flys with a rabbit's foot talisman, a gift from a New York girl friend.'

Donald R Emerson

  • Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
  • Nationality: American
  • Unit: 336th Fighter Squadron
  • Service Numbers: O-813134
  • Highest Rank: Captain
  • Role/Job: Fighter Pilot

Edward A Quist

  • Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
  • Nationality: American
  • Unit: 4th Fighter Group 336th Fighter Squadron
  • Service Numbers: O-821872
  • Highest Rank: Second Lieutenant
  • Role/Job: Fighter Pilot

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44-15054

  • Aircraft Type: P-51 Mustang
  • Unit: 4th Fighter Group 336th Fighter Squadron

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Contributorapollo11
ChangesCreated entry with caption, unit associations, person associations, place associations and aircraft associations
Sources

Personal research & 'The Debden Eagles' by Garry L. Fry.