Branch of Service
U.S. Army Air Force
Hometown
Swea City, Iowa
Honored By
Mr. Earl L. Berg
Flight Engineer, based in the Far East, the Philippines and other Islands. In charge of Flight C for maintaining 4 plus aircraft and crew. Member of the 39th Troop Carrier Squadron, 317th Troop Carrier Group, 54th Wing. From Brisbane, Australia to Lingayen Gulf, Philippine Islands. When needed, was an Aerial Engineer on C-47 missions; 1115 hours fly time. Awarded 4 Air Medals, 3 Battle Stars and 2 Squadron Citations. Served overseas for 28 months; total service time 3-9-42 to 6-15-45.