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World War II (WWII)
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MIA

County:
Ransom

Date of Loss:

Branch of Service:
Air Force

Rank:
First Lieutenant

Battalion / Task Group / Squadron or equivalent:
777th Bomber Squadron

Regiment / Group / Brigade:
444th Bomber Group, Very Heavy

Circumstances:

Died while in MIA status.

Biography:

Memorialized at Manila American Cemetery. Received Distinguished Flying Cross, Air Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster, and Purple Heart awards.