A Republic P-47 Thunderbolt fighter, viewed head-on from an unpaved airfield, with a ground crewman servicing the tailwheel assembly. The P-47, one of the heaviest single-engine fighters of World War II, was prized for its rugged construction, powerful radial engine, and ability to absorb battle damage. This image is drawn from the personal photograph collection of Edward P. McAleer, documenting USAAF fighter operations during the war. Project: 218147