World War II Honoree

James Irving Harris

Branch of Service

U.S. Army Air Force

Hometown

Frederick, Maryland

Honored By

Niece-in-law

PILOTED B-26 MARAUDERS IN THE EUROPEAN THEATER. SHOT DOWN 12/25/44 DURING THE BATTLE OF THE BULGE. ONE OF ONLY A FEW HUNDRED TO COMPLETE ALL 4 SCHOOLS (BOMBARDIER, NAVIGATOR, PILOT AND RADIO OPERATOR/GUNNER), BEFORE SHIPPING OVER. RECEIVED THE DISTINGUISHED FLYING CROSS, PURPLE HEART AND OTHER MEDALS.