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Shattles, David Collier

Nationality:
American (1776 - present, Republic)

Biography

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Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Master Sergeant (Flight Sergeant)
Unit:
565th Bomb Squadron, 389th Bomb Group, 8th Army Air Force
Awarded on:
August 1st, 1943

David C. Shattles received his DFC for his actions during the saving of his B-24 bomber "Vagabond King" of which he was serving as a tailgunner and Crew Chief.
Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC)
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Received with four bronze campaign stars.
European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal

Sources

  • Photo 1: Cathy S. Lipsett
  • - Original Decorations

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