Petersen, Vernon R.
- Date of birth:
- May 18th, 1924 (Minneapolis/Minnesota, United States)
- Date of death:
- April 17th, 1945 (Italy)
- Nationality:
- American (1776 - present, Republic)
Biography
Vernon R. Peterson, was born on 18th May 1924. After attending Primary Schools (Penn, Jordan and Patrick Henry Schools) and Highschool in Minneapolis het studied for one year at the Minnesota University. He enlisted to the Army Air Corps on 28th February 1943.
After his primary military training at the Jefferson Barracks in Missouri, he followed the cadet training at the Michigan State College in East Lansing, Michigan. In June 1944 he received his wings and was send to Europe on 7th January 1945. He flew in the Republic P-47 Thunderbolt during the Italian campaign. During his 44th mission on 17th April 1945 he was shot down and killed.
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Citation:
"For meritious achievement while participating in aerial flight as pilot of a P-47 type aircraft in an attack on the headquarters of an enemy paratroop division on 10 April 1945. His proficiency in combat and selfless devotion to duty have reflected great credit upon himself and the military service of the United States."
This award was obtained in the form of an Oak Leave to be attached on the ribbon of the first award.
Sources
- Photo 1: Us Air Force
- - Citation/documents Air Medal (2), Purple Heart
- Memories-of.com