Richard A. GEE
Registration numberO-496121
Grade
Captain
Unit474th Fighter Group - 428th Fighter Squadron
Division
9th Airforce
date of death22/06/1944
Original cemeterySainte Mère Eglise n°2
Current cemeteryGraceland Cemetery Knoxville Marion County, IowaUSA
Medals
Air Medal
The Air Medal is awarded to anyone serving in the U.S. Armed Forces who has participated in an operational flight.
American Defense Service Medal
The American Defense Service Medal is a military medal awarded to a soldier who has distinguished himself in service prior to the entry of the United States into the war from 1939 to 1941.
European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal
Campaign medal awarded for 30 consecutive days of service in Europe, Africa or the Middle East between December 7, 1941 and November 8, 1945.
Purple Heart
The Purple Heart is awarded to any armed forces personnel injured or killed in action.
WWII Victory Medal
The decoration commemorates military service during World War II and is awarded to any member of the United States Army.
