Leroy W. Ista

First Lieutenant Leroy W Ista in uniform standing in front of airplane photo

World War II (WWII)
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MIA

County:
Richland

Date of Loss:

Military Service:
    Rank:
    First Lieutenant
    Branch of Service:
    Air Force
    Battalion / Task Group / Squadron or equivalent:
    352nd Fighter Squadron
    Division / Fleet / Air Force or Equivalent:
    353rd Fighter Group
    Major Battle/Theatre:
    Germany
    Conflicts Served:
    World War II (WWII)
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Circumstances:

Died while in MIA status.

Biography:

Memorialized at Cambridge American Cemetery and Memorial. Received Distinguished Flying Cross, Air Medal with 3 Oak Leaf Clusters, and Purple Heart awards.

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