Burke, Edward R.

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Nationality:: American (1776 - present, Republic)

Biography

Edward Burke flew bombing missions out of Kimbolton, England. He completed 35 missions.

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Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC)

Period:: Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:: 1st Lieutenant
Unit:: 525th Bombardment Squadron, 379th Bombardment Group, U.S. Army Air Forces

He landed a plane that was severely damaged up by flak. His co-pilot was killed right next to him.

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- Edward R Burke | American Air Museum in Britain
- Family

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