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R. J. Lewinson

Private 1st ClassTinian Island

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

R. J. Lewinson served in the 509th Headquarters and Base Services Squadron.

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