P-51 "My Girl" Cork Back Coaster

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The P-51 Mustang named "My Girl" was a notable aircraft during World War II. Assigned to the 457th Fighter Squadron of the 506th Fighter Group, this P-51D-20-NA model, bearing the serial number 44-72580, was stationed at North Field, Iwo Jima. The aircraft was distinguished by its nose art featuring the name "My Girl" and was equipped with 110-gallon drop tanks for extended range missions. Photographs from 1945 capture "My Girl" preparing for Very Long Range (VLR) missions, highlighting its role in long-distance operations over the Pacific. While specific details about its assigned pilot remain scarce, "My Girl" stands as a testament to the personalized aircraft markings and the extensive efforts of ground crews and pilots during the war.