William Knox, Jr. [1]
Death Details/Burial/Memorial Services: The War Dept. received notification of his death through the Red Cross, who had been contacted by the German government. His memorial service was held at the West Avenue Presbyterian Church on July 16, 1944, by his former pastor, Dr. W. W. Akers of Gastonia. His B-17 or Flying Fortress, where he served as navigator, was probably lost during attack on Brunswick, Germany, an aircraft parts manufacturing town. A memorial marker in his honor is in Ardennes, France.
Age at Death: 20
Image Source: TheCharlotte Observer,7-14-44
Awards:
Air Medal - received his wings as a navigator at Selman Field, Monroe, LA, Citation for meritorious achievement on 5 bomber missions, Purple heart, Wings
Biographical Notes:
American Bakery Company, Charlotte, NC, Carolina Theater, Charlotte, NC
Date of Birth:
9/16/1923
Birthplace:
Tuscaloosa, AL
Military Branch:
Army Air Corps Enlisted: June 16, 1942
Education Details:
Central High School, postgraduate, 1942, Harding High School, Charlotte, graduate, 1941
Family Details:
Mr. & Mrs. William E. Knox - 215 Irwin Ave. Charlotte, NC
Beulah Ray Knox, Doris Knox
First Name:
William
KIA / MIA Place:
Germany
KIA Date:
2/10/1944
Last Name:
Knox, Jr.
Middle Name:
Everett
Military Details:
Kearney, NE, Selman Field, Monroe, LA, arrived in England, 11/1943
Military Rank:
2nd Lieutenant
Source:
The Charlotte Observer, 7/14/1944, other newsprint and death index
Military Unit:
334th Bomb Sq 95th Bomb Group Navigator
Exhibit & Section:
MIA Date:
NA