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Sunday, March 10, 2013

Profiles Spring-Summer 2013 HFDFW


 

David entered the U.S.Army Air Forces on May 28, 1942 at the age of 19. He enlisted in the USAAF’s because he thought that it would be the most interesting of all the branches of services he could join.

After basic training, David had the job of aircraft mechanic. Later he was trained as an aircraft electrical specialist, crew chief, aerial gunner and navigator.

Like so many other servicemen and women in World War II, David spent his entire service in the mainland United States.

David was discharged from the military on November 25, 1945 with the rank of 2nd Lieutenant. He awards include the Good Conduct medal, and the rifleman and carbine marksman awards.

 

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