M/Sgt. Merle Olmsted Passed Away

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Merle was a Crew Chief in the 362d Sq. , 357th FG and
went on to Serve in the Air Force for 20 Years.
He is Well Known for his Books on the 357th FG and
provided Information and Pictures for many Publications.
Although very ill , and against Doctor's wishes , Merle
was able to attend the last Gathering of Mustangs where
he got to see his Beloved P-51s and some Old Friends
One Last Time.
My Dad , John , was a Pilot in the 364th Sq. Merle provided me
with Info and pictures that I would never have known about
and did the same for many other Sons and Daughters.
For that I am eternally Grateful.
God Speed Merle
Michael Howell