Doodlebug

American flyers pose before Consolidated B-24D-25-CO Liberator "Doodlebug," serial #41-24223. In SW China as the bomber is being refueled. During WWII.

American flyers and mechs gathered around B-24 'Doodlebug' in a revetment in Sichuan, China, likely in preparation for a mission. Courtesy of https://collections.lib.uwm.edu/digital/collection/agsphoto/id/7805.

Sichuan (China), B-24 'Doodlebug' being prepared for a mission: "Set in the safety of a reverted hardstand, this B-24 heavy bomber was being readied for a mission. The lady riding a bomb was the trademark of this aircraft named 'Doodlebug' by its crew members. The row of bombs indicate missions carried out. The small Japanese flags represent enemy aircraft shot...