9th AF Patch

416th Bombardment Group (L)

No Report

January 28, 1945, Sunday

 

 

 WWII-Medal

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Summary


9th AF; 416th Bomb Gp; 668th Bomb Sq

Reason: German V-2 reprisal weapon

Location: England

Personnel
Duty Name Rank S/N Status
  Gur, Edwin L. Pfc 33424382 WIA


Description:
The Purple Heart Decoration was awarded to Pfc Gur, who was injured as a result of the nearby explosion of a German V-2 reprisal weapon. Pfc Gur sustained the injuries while he was on detached service in England. "Edwin L Gur, 33424382, Private First Class, Air Corps, United States Army. For wounds received as a result of enemy action on 28 January 1945. Entered military service from Pittsburgh, Pa."
("669th Bombardment Squadron (L) History")

General Orders No. 37, 13 March 1945, Purple Heart is awarded to: 416th Bombardment Group (L), Edwin L. Gur, 33424382, Private First Class, Air Corps, United States Army. For wounds received as a result of enemy action on 28 January 1945. Entered military service from Pittsburgh, Pa.
(416th BG Purple Heart Awards (PDF))