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    Fallen World War II Airman honored after being missing in action 81 years [Image 1 of 15]

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    Fallen World War II Airman honored after being missing in action 81 years

    PLOIESTI, ROMANIA

    06.28.2024

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    Oregon National Guard Public Affairs Office

    The B-24 Liberator "Aero Lobo" aircraft was hit by flak before the target and again in the cockpit area after bombing and was lost over Ploesti, Romania on August 1, 1943. Gunners reported wounded during mission. Aircraft came down in the target area striking the ground with the left wing before disintegrating. Staff Sgt. George Davies is pictured far left prior to Operation Tidal Wave. (Achieved photo courtesy of the American Military Museum)

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    Date Taken: 06.28.2024
    Date Posted: 07.26.2024 12:29
    Photo ID: 8552126
    VIRIN: 240624-Z-A3543-1002
    Resolution: 650x572
    Size: 74.04 KB
    Location: PLOIESTI, RO

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