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Lt. Robert E. Weidig's Diary
Co-Pilot 603rd Squadron

Weidig's Mission No. 27

1 March 1945
Target: Neckarsulm, Germany

Thursday, March 1, 1945:

Twenty-Seventh Mission, Neckarsulm, 10 hours. Little flak, almost a direct burst in the nose. Nicked number 4 propeller. No fighters, deputy lead, low squadron.


Notes:
  • Lt. Robert E. Weidig was the Co-Pilot for the Harold F. Spangler 603rd crew.
  • The above transcription was provided by Ann Collins, daughter of Phillip Collins, Ball Turret Gunner on the 601st Saul Marias Crew.
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