World War II Honoree

John Cali

Branch of Service

U.S. Army Air Force

Hometown

West Bangor, Pennsylvania

Honored By

Ms. Mildred Cali

Relationship

Daughter

Departed the U.S. August 23, 1944. Landed in Naples, Italy and based in Cerignola with the 454th Bomb Group, 736th Bomb Squad. Engaged in 35 combat missions in Mediterranean Theatre air battles. Awarded 2 Air Medals, Good Conduct Medal, European-African-Middle Eastern Theatre Medal with 7 Bronze Stars, Aviation Badge Aerial Gunner, Overseas Service Bars. Highest rank was Technical Sergeant.