Aircraft History
Engines R-2600-13 serial numbers a) 41-30388 b) 42-77353.

Mission History
Took off from Renard Field on a mission against Chabai. This B-25 was one of twelve from the 75th BS led by Captain Davidson. Also, an element of four B-25s from the 70th BS led by Lt. Blackburn.

Over the target, the bombers met intense anti-aircraft fire while dropping parafag bombs and strafing. Three B-25, including this aircraft were damaged. This bomber was worst damaged, and crashed into the sea (reportedly Matchin Bay).

Bailey survived and was taken prisoner by the Japanese and transported to Rabaul. Held captive by the 81st Naval Guard Unit, he did not survive the war and was probably executed.

Memorials
The entire crew was declared dead on November 24, 1944 and are memorialized on the tablets of the missing at Manila American Cemetery.

References
The Crusaders: A History of the 42nd Bombardment Group page 54

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October 1, 2009

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