Francis Buck Blalock [1]
Death Details/Burial/Memorial Services: He and all the members of his crew were killed in a plane crash while on a mission to deliver supplies to bases in India and to Indian, British and Chinese allies. A memorial service was held at Dilworth Methodist Church on 10-7-1945. He was buried in Arlington National Cemetery.
Age at Death: 20
Image Source: The Charlotte Observer 8-18-1945
Awards:
Army Air Medal - 8/4/1945, Wings - 8/4/1944
Biographical Notes:
Date of Birth:
8/28/1924
Birthplace:
Winston-Salem, NC
Education Details:
Attended North Carolina State College, Central High School, Charlotte, Class of 1942
Family Details:
Mr. & Mrs. Arthur L. Blalock - 2901 Avondale, Charlotte, NC Mrs. Charles E. Morris - 2901 Avondale Ave. Charlotte, NC, Mrs. Eugene S. Isley - 2901 Avondale Ave. Charlotte, NC, Mrs. Harold S. Daniels - 1432 Lilac Rd. Charlotte, NC Anna Daniels - niece, Judith Daniels - niece, Lynne Morris - niece
First Name:
Francis Buck
KIA / MIA Place:
Assam, India
KIA Date:
3/4/1945
Last Name:
Blalock
Middle Name:
Willard
Military Details:
Cuero, TX, India, Keesler Field, MS, Lackland Field, San Antonio, TX, Missisippi State College, Randolph Field, TX, Waco, TX
Military Rank:
Lieutenant
Source:
Newsprint and Dilworth Methodist Church
Military Unit:
11th Combat Carbo Squadron pilot
Exhibit & Section:
MIA Date:
NA