398th Bomb Group
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S/Sgt. Chilton H. Jorgenson's Diary
Ball Turret Gunner 601st Squadron


15 June to 1 July 1944
Non Mission Days

June 15, 1944
Today I started guard duty playing wet nurse to a B-17.

July 1, 1944
Last night was my last night of guard duty for a while. During this time the crew flew 8 missions so now I am way behind and will never catch up.

Notes:
  • S/Sgt. Chilton H. Jorgenson's was the Ball Turret Gunner for the Selmar Gustaves, Merwin L. Genung, and John J. Falkenback 601st Squadron crews.
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