James Willis Barnett

James Willis Barnett
Era Vietnam War
Branch U.S. Air Force
Rank Colonel
Military Decorations Awards for Valor or Meritorious Service
Distinguished Flying Cross
Wall E
Wall Side 1
Row 5
Plaque Number 28

MEDALS-RIBBONS: Distinguished Flying Cross, Command Pilot, Air Medal W/3 OLC, Meritorious Service, Air Force Commendation w/2 OLC, Joint Service Commendation, Army Good Conduct, American Defense Service, American Campaign, European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Wi4 Stars, World War II Victory, National Defense Service w/Star, Longevity Service w/5 OLC, Small Arms Expert Marksmanship

Jim was one of the original B-24 pilots sent to Venoso, Italy with the 485th Bomb Group (Heavy), 829th Squadron. He was the first pilot to achieve 50 missions and return home safely.

Plaque Wall Map

Plaque wall map