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John C. Pfeiffer Jr.

Private First ClassTinian Island

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

John C. Pfeiffer Jr. served in the 393rd Bombardment Squadron.

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