Crash Site P-39 Airacobra Port Moresby
This P-39 Airacobra crashed on 25 June 1942. The pilot survived due to the rescue efforts of three American servicemen. All three were bestowed with the Soldiers Medal.
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Source
- Text: Kaj Metz
- Photos: U.S. Air Force
- Pacific Wrecks
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