Indian Soldiers, who had been prisoners of the Japanese for two and a half years, and escaped when American B-25s bombed their captors into shelter at Mangshih (Mangshi), march into a Chinese town after working their way to Chinese lines. 29 September 1944. Photo by Pvt. C. H. Hatfield.

John E. Disney, was lost on a flight on February 21, 1945, Shanxi province, China. He was a member of 311th Fighter Group, 528th Fighter Squadron. His family has never forgotten him and has gone to extraordinary lengths to find him and bring him home. We hope to have this story here. Click here for the mission report listing John...

Maj. John C. Herbst, CO of the 74th FS/23rd FG, with his P-51 Mustang. "Pappy" Herbst was trained by the British RAF and briefly served in Germany before joining the 74th Squadron in East Asian theater. Pappy was a natural leader, skilled pilot, and men trusted his judgement. During his seven months command, the 74th "Guerrilla" Squadron under "Pappy" John...

In this place we will have a biography of James R. Kay. His sister has been very gracious to let us learn about him. James R. Kay ID: 33252857 Entered the Service From: Pennsylvania Rank: Private First Class Service: U.S. Army Air Forces, India-China Wing, Air Transport Command Died: Friday, February 08, 1946 Memorialized at: Manila American Cemetery Location: Fort...

Does anyone remember / know / flew with my grandfather Jack Dong? He was a radio operator from Vancouver, Canada. He died before I was born! He flew with Cedric Mah... More details when I can find them! Many thanks, Tricia Dong triciadong@gmail.com

Howard Krippner, lost on a mission in China. (23rd Fighter Group, 76th Fighter Squadron). While very tragic, it also reminds us that family bonds and affection can stretch literally across decades.

S/Sgt Harry A. Mozian, MIA. On March 5, 1944, three B-25s of the 491st Bombardment Squadron (341st Bombardment Group) were supported by five B-25s of the 22nd Bomb Squadron. The formation was led by Captain George Williams (491st) in an attack on Chiang Mai, Airdrome, Thailand. One aircraft dropped bombs on the barracks area northeast of the runway, starting two...

Captain George Williams, MIA. On March 5, 1944, three B-25s of the 491st Bombardment Squadron (341st Bombardment Group) were supported by five B-25s of the 22nd Bomb Squadron. The formation was led by Captain George Williams (491st) in an attack on Chiang Mai, Airdrome, Thailand. One aircraft dropped bombs on the barracks area northeast of the runway, starting two fires...