Richard Bales

Richard J Bales served his country in World War II with the 455th Bombardment Group .

Information on Richard Bales is gathered and extracted from military records. We have many documents and copies of documents, including military award documents. It is from these documents that we have found this information on TSGT Bales. These serviceman's records are not complete and should not be construed as a complete record. We are always looking for more documented material on this and other servicemen. If you can help add to Richard Bales's military record please contact us.

08/30/1944
DFC
Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC)

1LT
GO: 2970
FAYETTEVILLE NC

08/30/1944
DFC
Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC)

1LT
GO: 2970
FAYETTEVILLE NC

09/17/1944
AM/1OLC
Air Medal (AM) Oak Leaf Cluster (OLC)

SGT
GO: 3455
Issaquah WA

11/05/1944
AM/2OLC
Air Medal (AM) Oak Leaf Cluster (OLC)

TSGT
GO: 4359
Issaquah WA

12/16/1944
AM/3OLC
Air Medal (AM) Oak Leaf Cluster (OLC)

TSGT
GO: 5028
ISSAQUAN WA


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