"Guardian Angels"
This painting depicts P-51D Mustangs of the 78th Fighter
Group flying top cover for B-17's on a deep penetration raid into Germany
late in 1944. The classic "finger four" formation is being led by John
Landers in "Big Beautiful Doll", probably the most recognized P-51 from the
78th FG. Many consider the classic black and white checkerboard motif
and red trim of the 78th FG Mustangs to be the most attractive aircraft
paint schemes of World War II. U.S. bomber formations always felt more
comfortable when their "little friends" were close by. However, the
Germans always found B-17's and Mustangs an unwelcome sight as both were
formidable foes in aerial combat.
Guardian Angels
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