P-47 Thunderbolt and the home of Eunice and Bernard Fixler (Hofstra University Class of 1941) both engulfed in flames
Aircraft accidents--New York (State)--Hempstead
Airplanes, Military--Accidents--New York (State)--Hempstead
Fire fighters--New York (State)--Hempstead
P-47 Thunderbolt and the home of Eunice and Bernard Fixler (Hofstra University Class of 1941) both engulfed in flames. Shortly after takeoff from Mitchel Field, the P-47, which was piloted by 1st Lt. Daniel R.A. Duncan, crashed into the Fixler's house and the house of Mr. and Mrs. Walter R. Briggs. Duncan was killed in the crash and the Fixler’s house was destroyed; the Briggs’ house suffered extensive damage.
Hofstra University Library Special Collections Box 9, Item 36