Corgi Aviation Archive
P-51D Mustang “Daddy’s Girl”, Capt. Ray Wetmore, 370th FS, 359th FG, 1944 (1/72) AA27704
This 1/72 scale die-cast model from Corgi depicts the North American P-51D Mustang “Daddy’s Girl” (serial 44-14733, code CS-L), flown by USAAF ace Captain Ray Wetmore of the 370th Fighter Squadron, 359th Fighter Group. Operating from East Wretham, England in 1944, Wetmore became one of the top Mustang aces of the Eighth Air Force.
- 1/72 scale die-cast model of the P-51D Mustang “Daddy’s Girl”
- Aircraft serial: 44-14733 / CS-L
- Flown by Capt. Ray Wetmore, 370th FS, 359th FG
- Stationed at East Wretham, England, 1944
- Detailed nose art and authentic WWII markings
- Includes optional landing gear and display stand
Captain Ray Wetmore was one of the youngest and most successful American fighter aces of World War II, credited with 21 aerial victories by the war’s end. His P-51D Mustang “Daddy’s Girl” became closely associated with his achievements while flying with the 359th Fighter Group under the US Eighth Air Force. This Corgi model pays tribute to both the legendary Mustang and the exceptional skill of one of its most famous pilots, capturing an important chapter in the story of US air power in Europe.
