P-47 Thunderbolt and the home of Eunice and Bernard Fixler (Hofstra University Class of 1941) both engulfed in flames
subject: Aircraft accidents--New York (State)--Hempstead
subject: Airplanes, Military--Accidents--New York (State)--Hempstead
subject: Fire fighters--New York (State)--Hempstead
subject: Thunderbolt (Fighter plane)
description: 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.
date: November 17, 1945
contributor: O'Connor, Michael
type: Photograph
identifier: Hofstra University Library Special Collections Box 9, Item 36
coverage: Hempstead, N.Y.