The men or the 29th Bomb Group served proudly and their bravery
was recognized by many awards. The greatest award THE MEDAL OF HONOR was awarded
to Henry E. (Red) Erwin
MEDAL OF HONOR: |
HENRY
E. ERWIN |
Distinguished Service Cross: |
George
(Tony) Simeral |
7 Silver Stars: |
1 with oakleaf |
372 Distinguished Flying Crosses: |
49 With Oakleafs |
722 Air Medals: |
1,450 With Oakleafs |
2 Soldiers Medal |
49 Bronze Star Medals |
243 Purple Hearts |
2 Distinguished Unit Citations |
The cost to the 29th Bomb Group was enormous in terms of human lives. Two
crews were lost in training. An additional crew which ditched near Japan was
picked up by a U.S.N. ship. While in combat the Bomb Group lost 18 crews,
and at war's end, there were a handful of POW's. "
The men on the following Honor List were honored at the Air Force Academy
chapel in Colorado Springs on October 8, 1993. There was a special ceremony
held for the dedication of the 29th Bomb Group Plaque at the Memory Wall.
In conclusion let me say, May our comrades "REST IN PEACE" and to
all of us who are remaining, May we enjoy PEACE IN OUR HEARTS.
Sincerely Yours,
Joseph J. Chovelak
Historian
Very special thanks to Fred Pawlikowski & Jim Livingood for all of their
help.