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9th AF pilot in Berkley

Capt. Lowell B. Smith, 1554 Scenic Ave., Berkley Calif., a 9th AF pilot who spends most of his time co-operating with ground troops, was a recent recipient of timely co-operation originating with a ground unit. Returning to his base after running out of ammunition, Capt. Smith was attacked by a ME-109 when an anti-aircraft unit spotted the Luftwaffe plane and downed it with a few quick bursts. Left to right: Cpl. Miles E. Hoyle, Jr., Fallston, N.C.; Cpl. Hubert C. Wright, Linton, Ind.; Pfc, Alexander Alex, South St. Paul, Minn., (shaking hands); Pfc. Edward J. Merbar, Cleveland, Ohio, members of the gun crew and Capt. Smith.