James Willis Barnett
Era | Vietnam War |
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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.