T/Sgt Lamar Morgan is my father-in-law and I'm trying to help him find out about members of his air crew. He was in the 71st and remembers his pilot was Leland F. Cadenhead, others in crew were Tovio Johnson and a man named Thomashoff (doesn't recall first name. He did not give me anyother names. If there is someone out there who can fill in some or all of these blanks, on his behalf, We'd be very grateful.
(Tuesday, 23 November 2010) Written by George Cooper
I am looking for information for my Uncle Farris A Kennon Jr. (Bo). He was in the 38th BG 70th BS and was a tailgunner on a B-26. He passed away in January 1973. He didn't talk much about his time in the AAF but I know he was a hero for just being there. I would love to get some pictures of the plane he flew in, his crew and any other info that anyone may have. Everyone that flew n a B-26 were heros to me and you all did such a great job in the Pacific Theater. Mike Smith of the B26.com website found his name on the 70th BS history but that is all I have. Here is a picture of him. I have a picture of him if anyone would like to have a copy. I also posted a picture on B26.com.
Looking for anyone who knew or has information regarding Bombardier John P Ellis of the 70th bomb squad. I am his grandson. He passed 20 years ago and while we were very close, during my youth he spoke of his experiences very rarely. I am trying to document as much of his experience as possible for my family. He is listed in the history of the 70th as serving on b-26# 41 17569 with Lieutenants Harold Miller, Conrad Ray, and Edward Brinskelle as well as Leo Savitski, Gillis Hanson, Ferrel Lawrence and Pvt Smith. It would also be incredibly helpful if anyone knew the wereabouts of Conrad (Connie) Ray's diary which is a main source for the history of the 70th. Lt. Ray would have served just feet from my grandfather and as such that diary could have entries which could prove priceless for my family. Thank you much for any help in advance. My cell number is below. Clay Fisher 646 460 1310
I was born in August 1946, the oldest son of M/Sgt John S. Diehl, 38th BG, 405th BS. Dad enlisted in Jan/41, arrived in Australia in Feb/42, departed New Guinea in Oct/44, and was discharged in Sep/45. For all his duty in Pacific, Dad was the Armorer for B-25 Filthy Lil in 405th. Crew Chief for Filthy Lil was Glen L. Martin during that time period. Both men came from small towns less than 100 miles apart in southwestern Pennsylvania and worked together for more than 2 years keeping Filthy Lil ready for the next mission. Dad was promoted to Chief Armorer of 405th in early 1944 when M/Sgt Herby Hayles (spelling?) was injured. Dad passed away Sep 2007 at age 89.
My father is a proud veteran and always talking with great detail about his expeerience in WW II. I am going to take him to the 2010 reunion in Virginia and want to have him the expereince of sitting with real heros like himself who have protected our freedom and country. We need more people like all of you veterans and appreciate all your efforts and those of our current servicemen protecting us throughout the world today. If anyone who knows my dad please e mail me and I hope I have the opportunity to have you talk with him in person at the 2010 reunion. Thank all veterans for their service Richard Gaeto
I am looking for informaiton on my great uncle, John Calise. The limited information that I have is that he was assigned to B-25s and was KIA in or around April or May, 1943,in New Caledonia. He is beliebed to be buried there. Any and all information appreciated. Can also reply to laura.ortmann@gmail.com I have found some updated information. He was assigned to the Thriteenth Air Force, 42nd Bomb Group, 75th Bomber Squadron. His is listed as MIA as of 4/22/43. I have been unable to find a MACR related to that date. Any information would be appreciated.
I am looking for any information/pictures of my Uncle John V, Clinger. His plane went down during a practice over Gona on August 18, 1944. He was with the 405th crew squadron.
Dad's entry into his log: Sept.27, 1943 No. 8 Wewak target today--bombed and strafed airstrips and planes on the ground. Intercepted by 20 Zeroes. Shot down 9 and 3 probable. A/A fire heavy and accurate. 2 -B25's-shot down-our engineer was on one. Oct. 27, 1943--No. 9. Reconnaisance mission to Rabaul to day. We were by ourselves. One lone B-25-Was it lonesome. Had we been jumped we'd have been helpless. Oct. 28, 1943-No. 10-No.11, Two Reccos to Rabaul today-Ran into 13 enemy fighters but managed to elude them.
Was looking for anyone that knew my father Darrell Hagler. He has passed on and many of his friends. Spent many years there. 822d chemical and ordenance officer. John Hagler Austin TX
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