Earl John Seagars
Military
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Object Number - UPL 38993 - Earl J. Seagars
With the start of World War II, Earl joined the US Army Air Corps as a 1st Lt and co-pilot flying 39 missions out of England in a Martin B-26 until he was shot down behind enemy lines over France. Earl was hidden by the Aurolet Family of the French Underground for five weeks. After Amiens was liberated, he was returned to the states to serve as a pilot instructor until wars end. He remained in the Air Force Reserve for 23 years where he discovered and honed his natural ability to teach. He retired as a Lt. Colonel. His pride in service was reflected in his role as President, reunion coordinator, and newsletter editor for the 558th Bomb Squadron. earl never lost his love for flying.
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Units served with
- Unit Hierarchy: Group
- Air Force: Eighth Air Force
- Type Category: Bombardment
- Unit Hierarchy: Squadron
- Air Force: Ninth Air Force
- Type Category: Bombardment
People
- Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
- Nationality: American
- Unit: 387th Bomb Group 558th Bomb Squadron
- Highest Rank: Staff Sergeant (3rd Grade)
- Role/Job: Tail Gunner
Aircraft
- Aircraft Type: B-26 Marauder
- Unit: 387th Bomb Group 558th Bomb Squadron
Events
| Event | Location | Date | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
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Born |
26 June 1920 | Yarmouth, Nova Scotia | |
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Enlisted |
28 May 1942 | Los Angeles, California | |
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Died |
20 January 2007 |
Revisions
Picture validated at least two bronze star devices on the EAME Campaign Medal. He also wears the Caterpillar Club Pin for surviving a bail out in the B-26.
NARA files verified Purple Heart, AM with 7 Oak Leaf Clusters, ASN upon entry and officer number. He earned at least one bronze star device on the EAME Campaign Medal and his service of 23 years merits the AFLSA with 4 Oak Leaf Clusters.
