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Captain (Air Corps) Milton H. Shoesmith (ASN: 0-799082), United States Army Air Forces, was captured by German forces after he was shot down on 8 May 1944, and was held as a Prisoner of War until his return to U.S. Military Control at the end of hostilities in May 1945.

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Army Air Forces

    Rank:

    Captain (Air Corps)

    Action Date:

    October 26, 1943 – May 8, 1944

    Department of the Air Force, General Orders No. 57 (August 22, 1950)

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain (Air Corps) Milton H. Shoesmith (AFSN: 0-799082), United States Army Air Forces, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight from 26 October 1943 to 8 May 1944. His devotion to duty and courage under all conditions serve as an inspiration to his fellow flyers. His actions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.