Conington village

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media-31804.jpeg UPL 31804 Village sign in Conington, with B-17 Flying Fortress commemorating the service of the 457th BG(H) at nearby Glatton airfield, Station 130. Rob Edwards collection

Original photos by Rob Edwards, taken in January 2018.

Object Number - UPL 31804 - Village sign in Conington, with B-17 Flying Fortress commemorating the service of the 457th BG(H) at nearby Glatton airfield, Station 130.

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Detailed History

Road signs and village sign pertaining to the service of the 457th Bombardment Group (Heavy) at nearby Glatton, Station 130

People

  • Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
  • Nationality: American
  • Unit: 749th Bomb Squadron 457th Bomb Group 750th Bomb Squadron
  • Service Numbers: 0-712905
  • Highest Rank: First Lieutenant
  • Role/Job: Lead Navigator
  • Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
  • Nationality: American
  • Unit: 457th Bomb Group
  • Highest Rank: Major
  • Role/Job: Flight Officer as navigator on B-17. Retired as Major after serving as physician in USAF.

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ContributorRob in Norwich
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Visited by Rob Edwards January 2018. Photos to follow.

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