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Old 28th September 2009, 01:37
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Lt. James DesJardins

Hi, does anyone have additional information regarding the loss of his aircraft on 25th November 1944?
Aircraft: P-51D Mustang (Squadron was converting to this type from the P47D Thunderbolt). Aircraft Serial Number: 44-15133. Unit: 360th Fighter Squadron. Squadron Code: PI- ? Details: Lost 25 Nov 44 – Pilot: Lt. James A DesJardins, KIA. MACR: 10472. I cannot find DesJardins in the American Battle Memorial website as a casualty and post war there are several references to Major and Colonel DesJardins, which mightt indicate he survived.
3 P51's were lost that day, 2 in the vicinity of Hagenau, one to JG/7 and one to JG/6 at about noon, and about 4 pm one near Strassbourg.
Any details appreciated..
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