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[Robert L. Baseler piloting "Big Stud," his Republic P-47D Thunderbolt aircraft]

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Identifier2009-08-26_image_007SourceThe Robert L. Baseler Fighter Ace Collection (2009-08-26), Box 1, Folder 1DescriptionPhotograph of fighter ace Robert L. Baseler piloting "Big Stud," his 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, and the tail is painted with the checkerboard pattern of the 325th Fighter Group.

Inscription on verso: "Col. Robert L. Baseler."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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[Robert L. Baseler piloting "Big Stud," his Republic P-47D Thunderbolt aircraft]