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IMAGEWinslow's parachute momentarily got caught up on his bomber, the "Dame Satan", as he was jumping out after it was hit. His son, John, asked him to paint a picture of this event. A Belgium family hid him from the Germans for several months before he was finally captured and held as a prisoner of war.
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People
- Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
- Nationality: American
- Unit: 91st Bomb Group 322nd Bomb Squadron
- Service Numbers: O-730834
- Highest Rank: Second Lieutenant
- Role/Job: Bombardier
Aircraft
- Aircraft Type: B-17 Flying Fortress
- Nicknames: Dame Satan
- Unit: 91st Bomb Group 322nd Bomb Squadron