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S/Sgt. Chilton H. Jorgenson's Diary
Ball Turret Gunner 601st Squadron

Jorgenson's Mission No. 18

1 August 1944
Target: Airfield, Villaroche, France

Mission # 18
August 1, 1944

Target today was either Melun or Villaroche, France. It was an airfield near these two towns. A swell job was done. Col. Hunter’s ship was hit and one engine caught fire. I heard later that they got it under control but so far he hasn’t got back to the field. Time 6 hours.

Col. Hunter got back OK.

Editor's Note: The Official Target for the 398th was Villaroche, France

Notes:
  • S/Sgt. Chilton H. Jorgenson's was the Ball Turret Gunner for the Selmar Gustaves, Merwin L. Genung, and John J. Falkenback 601st Squadron crews.
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