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Elbert B. Smith

Pilot of Luke the SpookTinian Island

Wendover, UT
509th Composite GroupManhattan Project VeteranMilitary Veteran
North Airfield at Tinian Island.

Elbert B. Smith served in the 393rd Bombardment Squadron.

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