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Desert dwelling.
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Salvage truck in convoy line. Notice P-40 wing on flatbed.
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Mess Sergeant Noto’s truck.
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Noto was Italian and could speak the language. Boyhan
was Master Sergeant.
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Noto handed out these cards. Printed in Alexandria
I suppose while on leave.
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Uncle Bud, squadron mascot, and Eddie Silks.
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Myself and Uncle Bud. Chow line in background.
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Uncle Bud was feisty.
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Uncle Bud never walked away from a fight.
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Ready to sink his spurs. Boxes in background appear
to be supplies for the mess.