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Laurence R Gilbert


World War II · US Army · Second Lieutenant

Rank: Second Lieutenant
United States of America
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Thumbnail for Smisson crew at Hospital.pngAdded by: jun392Smisson crew in hospital after rescue. Back standing (L to R): Chapman (Bombardier), John Hines (Gunner), Smisson (Pilot); Group of three on left sitting: Allen (Radio Operator), Gilbert (Co-Pilot), Diaz (Gunner); Group of four in the center sitting: Middle rear: Starkey (Navigator), Stroud (Gunner); Foreground: Douglas (Engineer), Valinsky (Gunner).
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