Wilbur L Murray World War II Gold Star Veteran from Pennsylvania

Wilbur L Murray
World War II
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World War II
Pennsylvania
B-24 Airmen
On July 6, 1944 Private Murray was declared a casualty of World War II. He served with honor in the United States Army Air Forces. He is remembered by the people of Pennsylvania. May his positive example inspire us. Working together towards peace, mutual respect, and equality for all.
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Service Details
This Profile ID423528
Service ID33236378
NameWilbur L Murray
FromTurbotville, Northumberland County, Pennsylvania
Casualty DateJuly 6, 1944
WarWorld War II
Service BranchArmy Air Forces
RankPrivate
SpecialtyAir Crewman
Unit/Group27th Air Transport Group, 312th Ferrying Squadron
Casualty TypeDNB - Died Non-battle, air crash
LocationIsle of Man
BurialTurbotville Cemetery, Turbotville, Northumberland County, Pennsylvania
Additional Details
He was on the flight of the B-24 #42-50762 "Flassie" when they crashed into some high ground near Ramsey on the Isle of Man.
We identified 7 casualties in our archive related to the #42-50762 incident on July 6, 1944.
Anthony F Bellini :: Engineer
Walter L Lenox :: Pilot
Howard B Lynch :: Pilot
Rex J Measom :: Air Crewman
Wilbur L Murray :: Air Crewman
James F Syron Jr :: Radio Operator
Commendations + Awards
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World War II Victory Medal
American Campaign Medal
Army Presidential Unit Citation
Army Good Conduct Medal
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