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