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[Republic P-47D Thunderbolt "Big Stud"]

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Identifier2009-08-26_image_004SourceThe Robert L. Baseler Fighter Ace Collection (2009-08-26), Box 1, Folder 1DescriptionPhotograph of "Big Stud," fighter ace Robert L. Baseler's Republic P-47D Thunderbolt aircraft (serial number AC 42-75008), circa 1940s. The aircraft's nose art includes its designation and an ace of spades playing card. The tail is painted with the checkerboard pattern of the 325th Fighter Group.

Inscription on verso: "Republic P-47D-10-RE. AC 42-75008. 'Big Stud.' Lt. Col. Baseler's. A/C. P-47D."Creation Datecirca 1940sSubjectUnited States. Army Air Forces. Fighter Group, 325thUnited States. Army Air ForcesBaseler, Robert L., 1911-1983Air pilots, MilitaryAces (Fighter pilots)Republic P-47D (F-47D) ThunderboltAirplanes, MilitaryWorld War, 1939-1945Original Formatphotographic printsBibliographic CitationThe Robert L. Baseler Fighter Ace Collection/The Museum of FlightRightsCopyright undetermined

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[Republic P-47D Thunderbolt "Big Stud"]