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Phil Kraus did exquisite work many years ago to repair a Martin guitar made in 1943. He mentioned some of his USAAF experiences. Phil was a master craftsman. I saw today 8/9/06 of his passing in the Dallas News obituaries. God bless his kind and his family
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August 9, 2006
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Deborah Clem
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My wonderful father, Philip Kraus, passed away on Sunday evening, August 6, 2006.
He lived a long and dignified life, and was so proud to have served in the Air Force.
He will be greatly missed.
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August 6, 2006
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Ralph Heap
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Frederick |
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I have fond memories of serving in Manduria, Italy as a member of the ordinance section, I remember distinctly the 2000 lb. bomb that fell off a trailer onto Jerome P. Rynders, who was on my crew in 1944.
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Lt. T.A. Scott of the 450th BG 721 Squadron Was my Uncle. Would like to know surviving members who flew the Paper Doll B-24 with my uncle.
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July 18, 2006
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Debbie (Markert) Reddish
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dreddish@ctconsultants.com
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Timberlake |
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Ohio |
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I am so thrilled I found this website - I found my dad's name Charles Markert under the 723rd Squardon - I am trying to find the name of the plane he was on & any other info that you may have. He died when I was 6 & my parents were divorced so I don't have much info - I do have copies of the medals he received but not much more
Thanks For Your Help - I feel really close to him right now!! Thank You
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July 18, 2006
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David Vodarick Jr
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stach18@yahoo.com
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Pittsburgh |
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My grandfather ( Frank Vodarick) was assigned to the 459th. I am looking for any information that personnel may have on him or any of his missions. I also remember reading a book he had on the 459th, I beleive it was titled " the Cottontails" but i cannot find it anywhere. Does anyone know if this is the correct title.
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July 16, 2006
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Andy J. Benedict
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ajbdad1@wmconnect.com
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McKees Rocks |
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MANY THANKS to the Webmasters for all they have done to keep this website viable. I have a request for the readers of this website.
I'm in search of Missing Records . . .
I flew as the co-pilot on the Captain John Paul Jones, Jr. crew. After he was wounded, the crew was taken over by First Lieutenant Roger A. Kent. We were with the 723rd SQ. During our time there, we suffered two crashes. One happened at Capodichino, Italy (8-44) and the other on the Island of Vis, off the Dalmatian Coast (10-44). There is NO official record of the disposition of the two incidents. I am hoping that some member of the maintenance or a ground crew chief of the 723rd kept a log of the B-24s in his charge,and noticed the absence of two planes upon mission return. I don't know the S/Ns of either plane, but the name of the Vis B-24 was 哲o,No Nanette". Any information of the planes and/or crew would be genuinely welcomed. Respectfully, Andy J. Benedict. ajbdad1@wmconnect.com
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July 9, 2006
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william l. cassidy jr.
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wmlcassidy@yahoo.com
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st. louis |
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i just found this wonderful website. i was hoping that someone can give me any information about my late father s/sgt. william l. cassidy ball-turret gunner b-24 shot down 6-24-44 over ploesti, romania. serial no. 17071948. thank you.
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My father, Thurman Glasgow, was with the 722nd Sqdn. from 6/1/44 to 1/5/45. He passed away on June 28th, 2006. We will miss him!
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July 3, 2006
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Bill Marak
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sunny51@alltel.net
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Arkansas |
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Lt.W.C.Marak shown here is my father. He is alive and well in Little Rock, married now for over 58 years.
I was pleased and proud to see his pictures and comments shown here.
Thanks for a great website.
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July 3, 2006
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Rob Higham
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Rob@alpiman.co.uk
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Manchester |
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I recently rode my motorbike to Germany, I stopped off at St avold France and noticed the military cemetery and decided to pay my respects. Of all the 10500 graves I took note of one service man's gravestone A "2nd Lt Philip H Scanlon" and decided as a mark of respect to find out more about this fallen hero and find myself looking at the 450th BG web site. I have nothing but admiration and respect for all who served and the many who paid the ultimate price like so many of my countymen.
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WOW! what a great site,one of the best I've visited.So much information phots, and history here.A real importnt site.Great Job. Thanks!
sam
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Just found your site. Very nicely done. I am doing research on my uncle, kia, navigator w/15th AF, 449th Bomb Group, 716th Sq. Killed while on mission over Regensburg, Feb. 22, 1944. I have seen their site, have all the books, now looking for bombing photos & also crew picture. Not having much luck.
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June 26, 2006
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Phillip A. Smith
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Marine0811@aol.com
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Las Vegas |
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Phil has joined other tail gunners as he passed away on June 22, 2006 while in the company of his family. He was 82. I will miss seeing him walking his dog in the early morning and listening to him relate his experiences in the B-24 which flew from bases in Italy to the bail out and capture to his escape and journey back to the American lines. Phil was very proud of his family and always worked them into our talks. I am honored to have called you friend. Thanks Phil. Bob
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June 17, 2006
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ASHLEY S LEACH
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asleach@yahoo.com
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Update on my grandfather, Harold Dennis Bosserman (I signed guestbook back in Feb 2006). Harold died on June 14th. He was 83. How fitting that he past away on Flag Day. He was buried today and a couple of airplanes flew overhead when the chaplin from the VFW was speaking. His burial site is very close to an airport suited for small engine plans. Thanks again PawPaw!!! I will miss you!!!
Ashley S Leach
Grandson of Harold Dennis Bosserman
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June 16, 2006
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E. R. "Jake" Jacoby1
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jacoby007@comcast.net
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Honolulu |
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thanks to everyone who has contributed to the 450th history. It was fun to look over all this material and recall the missions.
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Very nice. Keep up the good work. So much of our heritage is being lost and it is good to see photos and stories being recorded.
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June 3, 2006
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JOE MENEGUS
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JJM208@AOL.COM
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UPP SADDLE RIVER |
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NJ |
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I JOINED THE 450th/720th IN JAN 45 AS A TAIL GUNNER ON LT SCUBY'S CREW ---
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June 2, 2006
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William C. Dudley
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WHCD@bellsouth.net
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Americus |
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Georgia |
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The Site Update of all the combat missions the 450th flew were sure a big help to me. My certified copy of my combat missions only listed the locale and not the specific bomb target. I was glad after a long time to get this specific information to complete my own records. Thanks for a great job in this.
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May 25, 2006
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Thaddeus (Ted) W. Wenzka
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wenzka@verizon.net
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May 11, 2006
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adam sedar
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penna |
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my dad was in the 723 sq i am his son i say a prayer for all you fliers all the time
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May 11, 2006
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Mike Chiavuzzi
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mltm86@yahoo.com
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Florida |
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My uncle Rinaldo Chiavuzzi was on the Sleepy Time Gal. Thanks for posting this info for all to see. Many thanks to all who served and their families.
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May 10, 2006
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Richard Welti
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rwelti2000@yahoo.com
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Kill Devil Hills/Henderson |
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N.C./Nv. |
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U.S.A. |
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Referred by Dr. Scherick
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May 9, 2006
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William Sanders
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wsanders165@msn.com
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Memphis |
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Tn |
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Lots of memories I have some pictures will share
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