Melvin Ray Cole
| Era | Vietnam War |
|---|---|
| Branch | U.S. Air Force |
| Rank | Chief Master Sergeant |
| Military Decorations | Bronze Star Distinguished Flying Cross |
| Wall | F |
| Wall Side | 1 |
| Row | 3 |
| Plaque Number | 65 |
323rd Bomb Group-456th Bomb Sqd.
World War II, Korea, Vietnam
MEDALS: Distinguished Flying Cross, Bronze Star, Air Medal w/5 Silver OLC, Presidential Unit Citation, Good Conduct w/4 OLC, European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign w/1 Star, Korean Service, Vietnam Service w/1 Star, Vietnam Campaign w/Bar
An Engineer-Aerial Gunner, Mel Was responsible for his B-26's total air worthiness. He flew multiple combat missions including D-Day France (June 6, 1944). With great admiration, your family.
B-26 Marauder "Weary Willie"
Plaque Wall Map