John Springer Walmsley Jr ★ Korean War Gold Star Veteran from Maryland
On September 14, 1951 Captain Walmsley was declared a casualty of the Korean War. ★ He served with honor in the United States Air Force. ★ He is remembered by the people of Maryland. ★ May his positive example inspire us. Working together towards peace, mutual respect, and equality for all.
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Service Details
| This Profile ID | 4153 |
| Service ID | 815023 |
| Name | John Springer Walmsley Jr |
| From | Baltimore, Baltimore County, Maryland |
| Birth Date | January 7, 1920 |
| Casualty Date | September 14, 1951 |
| War | Korean War |
| Service Branch | Air Force |
| Rank | Captain |
| Specialty | Pilot |
| Unit/Group | 8th Bombardment Squadron |
| Casualty Type | Missing in Action and Presumed Dead |
| Location | Yangdok, Korea |
| Burial | Arlington National Cemetery |
| Notable Awards |
★ Medal of Honor
★ Distinguished Flying Cross
★ Air Medal
★ Purple Heart |
| Remembered | 
John Springer Walmsley Jr is buried or memorialized at Arlington National Cemetery. This is a National American Cemetery administered through the Department of the Army.  John is remembered at the Korean War Veterans Memorial in Washington. This is a National Parks Service and American Battle Monuments Commission location. |
Additional Details
Captain Walmsley was the pilot of a B-26B Invader bomber of the 8th Bomber Squadron, 3rd Bomber Group. During a night mission on September 14, 1951, he expended his bombs on an enemy rail system near Yangdok, Korea. Then he directed friendly aircraft fire by using the aircraft's searchlight to illuminate the targets. He continued until his aircraft was shot down by enemy anti-aircraft fire. He was listed as Missing in Action and was presumed dead on February 28, 1954. For his leadership and great valor. |
Commendations + Awards
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★ Medal of Honor
★ Distinguished Flying Cross
★ Air Medal
★ Purple Heart
★ United States Aviator Badge Air Force
★ Korean Service Medal
★ National Defense Service Medal
★ Republic of Korea Presidential Citation
★ Republic of Korea War Service Medal
★ United Nations Service Medal
★ Air Force Presidential Unit Citation
★ Air Force Good Conduct Medal
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