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Sgt. John W. Gillikin was the sole survivor of the crash of the B-24D , 42-40172, Lynn Bari II. He bailed out over France on a drop to the French resistance, and, badly burned, he was found and treated by the resistance until he could be airlifted back to the U.S.

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People

  • Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
  • Nationality: American
  • Unit: 492nd Bomb Group 856th Bomb Squadron
  • Service Numbers: 34457627
  • Highest Rank: Sergeant
  • Role/Job: Dispatcher / Tail Gunner

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American Air Museum in Britain - John W Gillikin - 42-40127 - Lyn Bari II

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American Air Museum in Britain - B-24D - 42-40172 - Lynn Bari II