1/48 AeroMaster Decals 48-789, Republic P-47 Thunderbolts, Part 2

Description: 1/48 AeroMaster Decals No:48-789Republic P-47 Thunderbolts, Part 2P-47D-25-RE, P-47D-30-RE, P47D Razorback & P-47C NEW: Unused, undamaged item. Scale: 1/48 Kit Number: 48-789 Please Note: This is a new, unused decal set produced by AeroMaster Decals. The set includes full-color instructions. This particular sheet is scaled for both the Tamiya and Hasegawa Republic P-47 Thunderbolt family model kits, but these decals can also be used with other P-47 model kits. Description: This decal set includes 3 sheets of markings, enough propeller data, and insignias for 2 Thunderbolts. It also features highly detailed artwork markings that enhance the models. MARKINGS INCLUDED FOR 4 AIRCRAFT: Republic P-47D-25-RE Thunderbolt, Serial No. 42-26624 – “Old Smoothie”, Flown by Lt. Herbert L. Boyle (1 aerial victory), 84th FS / 78th FG, 8th Air Force, USAAF Base (Station 357), Duxford England, June / July 1944Republic P-47D-30-RE Thunderbolt, Serial No. 44-21005 – “Look No Hands”, Flown by Major Chester Lumley Van Etten, 509th FS / 405th FG, 9th Air Force, Picauville Airfield, France, Early Spring 1945Chester Van Etten, was a member of the RAF’s Eagle Squadron, he later joined the Army Air Force as a P-47 Thunderbolt Flight Commander in the 509th Squadron, 405th Fighter-Bomber Group. His squadron covered Omaha Beach on D-Day and provided air support for Gen. Patton’s 3rd Army in the Battle of the Bulge.Republic P-47D-2-RA Thunderbolt, Serial No. 42-22535 – “Kathleen Ann”, Flown by Lt. Raymond R. Withers (4 aerial victories), 360th FS / 356th FG, 8th Air Force, USAAF Base Martlesham Heath, UK 1943After earning his pilot wings and commission in 1943, Raymond Withers flew 106 combat missions as a fighter pilot with the 8th Air Force, achieving four air kills. His awards include the Silver Star, Legion of Merit with cluster, Distinguished Flying Cross with cluster, Air Medal with nine clusters, and numerous other accolades. Withers retired as a Colonel from active duty in 1972 after 30 years of service in the Army Air Corps and the United States Air Force, serving during World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam Conflict.Republic P-47C-5-RE Thunderbolt, Serial No. 41-6400 – “Indianapolis”, Flown by Lt. Vernon “Vern” Boehle, 334th FS / 4th FG, 8th Air Force, RAF Debden, UK 1943uVernon Boehle grew up near Indianapolis, Indiana. Around 1940, Vernon went to Canada to join the Royal Canadian Air Force and became a Spitfire pilot. He then went to fight in the UK as a member of the 71st Eagle Squadron. When the United States entered the war, he transferred to the U.S.A.A.F, flying P-47 Thunderbolts. On September 9, 1943, after sustaining damage from a mission, P-47C 41-6400 QP-O “Indianapolis” lost its engine, causing Vern to ditch into the channel 45 miles south of Beachy Head. He spent 48 hours in his dinghy before being rescued.As with all older decal sets, precaution should be taken. It is recommended to use a decal coating product such as MicroScale Liquid Decal Film or a similar product. SHIPPING & HANDLING IN THE U.S.All Decals are shipped USPS Standard Post. SHIPPING & HANDLING OUTSIDE THE U.S. INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMERS … All packages are shipped through Ebay’s Global Shipping Program. All Duties, Taxes and Customs Fees imposed by your country are your responsibility and are not estimated into the shipping cost. NO EXCEPTIONS! “I Combine Shipping When Possible!” PAYMENTSPayment is due within 3 days after auctions ends. “Thank You For Stopping By To View My Listings!” _gsrx_vers_1678 (GS 9.8.2 (1678))

Price: 22.95 USD

Location: Sugar Grove, Illinois

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