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During World War II, Harry Fisk became a U.S. Army Air Forces ACE, credited with shooting down 5 enemy aircraft in aerial combat.

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Army Air Forces

    Rank:

    Captain (Air Corps)

    Batallion:

    356th Fighter Squadron

    Regiment:

    354th Fighter Group

    Division:

    9th Air Force

    Action Date:

    World War II

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Captain (Air Corps) Harry Edward Fisk (ASN: 0-730435), United States Army Air Forces, was awarded a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as Pilot of a Fighter Airplane of the 356th Fighter Squadron, 354th Fighter Group, NINTH Air Force, in action in the European Theater of Operations during World War II. The skillful and zealous manner in which he has sought out the enemy and destroyed him, his devotion to duty and courage under all conditions serve as an inspiration to his fellow flyers. His actions on all these occasions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Army Air Forces

    Rank:

    Captain (Air Corps)

    Batallion:

    356th Fighter Squadron

    Regiment:

    354th Fighter Group

    Division:

    9th Air Force

    Action Date:

    World War II

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Captain (Air Corps) Harry Edward Fisk (ASN: 0-730435), United States Army Air Forces, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as Pilot of a Fighter Airplane of the 356th Fighter Squadron, 354th Fighter Group, NINTH Air Force, in action in the European Theater of Operations during World War II. The skillful and zealous manner in which he has sought out the enemy and destroyed him, his devotion to duty and courage under all conditions serve as an inspiration to his fellow flyers. His actions on all these occasions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army Air Forces

    Rank:

    Captain (Air Corps)

    Batallion:

    356th Fighter Squadron

    Regiment:

    354th Fighter Group

    Division:

    9th Air Force

    Action Date:

    October 29, 1944

    Headquarters, 9th Air Force, General Orders No. 291 (December 14, 1944)

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Captain (Air Corps) Harry Edward Fisk (ASN: 0-730435), United States Army Air Forces, for gallantry in action while serving as Pilot of a Fighter Airplane of the 356th Fighter Squadron, 354th Fighter Group, NINTH Air Force, in action on 29 October 1944. On that date, Captain Fisk displayed conspicuous combat skill in action against the enemy when, during a dive-bombing mission over hostile territory, the squadron he was leading was attacked by a superior number of enemy aircraft. Although outnumbered five-to-one Captain Fisk led his men with intense zeal and determination, inflicting heavy losses on the enemy aircraft before forcing their withdrawal. By his extraordinary bravery and piloting ability Captain Fisk destroyed three hostile aircraft. His gallant leadership in the face of great odds reflects great distinction upon himself and the Army Air Forces.

  • Prisoner of War Medal

    Service:

    United States Army Air Forces

    Rank:

    Captain (Air Corps)

    Batallion:

    356th Fighter Squadron

    Regiment:

    354th Fighter Group

    Division:

    Prisoner of War

    Action Date:

    January 13, 1945 – May 1945

    NARA Database: Records of World War II Prisoners of War, created, 1942 – 38705

    Captain (Air Corps) Harry Edward Fisk (ASN: 0-730435), United States Army Air Forces, was shot down and captured by German forces during the Battle of the Bulge on 13 January 1945, and was held as a Prisoner of War until his return to U.S. Military Control at the end of hostilities in May 1945.