The 6th Bomb Group

Thanks to: Ray Martin, Sr. son of Lt. Edward L. Martin, Jr.; Chris Murphy, daughter of M/Sgt William J. Owens, crew chief.

"Gravel Gertie" parked at Tinian - a rare color picture.
Photo courtesy of Ray Martin, Sr.

William J. Owens, crew chief (right) stands proudly in front of his "baby".
The plane is apparently "between" aircraft commanders, as none is listed.
Photo courtesy of Chris Murphy, his daughter.

The aircraft commander of "Gravel Gertie" for the last mission was Cpt Albert P. Semonian.

The Crew Chief of "Gravel Gertie" was M/Sgt William J. Owens (pictured below).

Photo courtesy of Chris Murphy, all rights reserved