AVG FLYING TIGERS MEMORIAL
Flight Journal, Feb 2004 by Bergin, Bob
ON NOVEMBER 11, 2003, A memorial to honor the American Volunteer Group (AVG) Flying Tigers was dedicated in Chiang Mai, Thailand. The simple marble obelisk is inscribed on all four sides. On the front is written: "In memory of the American Volunteer Group (AVG) Flying Tigers and Free Thais." An inscription on the side honors AVG Commander Claire Lee Chennault and three AVG pilots: Squadron Leader Jack Van Kuren Newkirk, who was killed in North Thailand on March 24, 1942; Flight Leader Charles Mott and wingman William McGarry, who were Japanese POWs in Thailand.
The AVG memorial dedication was attended by representatives from the Flying Tigers Association, the American Embassy, the Royal Thai Air Force and the Free Thai. It was hosted by the Foundation for the Preservation and Development of Thai Aircraft.
-Bob Bergin
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