475th's Friends

FRIENDS OF THE 475TH

These "friends" are fighter aces who also made their mark in aerial combat. Some flew with and along-side of the men of the 475th, others distinguished themselves in Europe, Asia, or North Africa. They represent the efforts and sacrifices of all Americans in World War II, and beyond. Click on a name to read a short story of each.

Major Rex T. Barber

Captain Robert M. DeHaven

Flight Officer Frank D. Hurlbut

Captain Jack M. Ilfrey

Lt. Colonel Thomas G. Lanphier, Jr.

Major Robin Olds

Major Frederick R. Payne, Jr. USMC

Lt. Colonel Sammy A. Pierce

Major Jay T. Robbins

Colonel Robert L. Scott, Jr.

1st Lt. William J. Sloan

Captain Charles E. Yeager

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