Russell was drafted into the military in 1942. Specifically
he was inducted on September 12, 1942 at the age of 21. Russell was chosen to
be assigned to the Army Air Forces.
After basic training Russell was sent overseas to England
with the famous 9th AAF. The 9th was generally
responsible with escorting the four engine heavy bombers of the 8th
AAF using long range fighter escorts. The 9th also utilized medium
bombers such as the B-25 Mitchell, the B-26 Marauder and later the A-26 Invader
among others. These were used for tactical bombings missions over France, the
Low Countries and Germany.
Russell's job while in the 9th was that of
Technical Corporal. He was involved in armament and was also a mail courier and
clerk at one of the many air bases in England.
He was honorably discharged on January 6, 1946.
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