Papers, ca. 2000-2002.

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Papers, ca. 2000-2002.

Contains a short letter from Hansen containing biographical information and brief details of his war service. Also includes a newspaper article summarizing his experiences in Europe during the war, including 36 bombing raids, his wounds which necessitated his discharge, and his numerous decorations, including two Silver Stars.

1 folder (2 p.) + 1 original newspaer article.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7647444

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Saints at War.

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Hansen, Glen R., 1920-

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Served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II from 1941-1945. He was assigned to the 8th Air Force, based in England, and was a radio operator and gunner on a B-17 Flying Fortress, achieving the rank of technical sergeant. From the description of Papers, ca. 2000-2002. (Brigham Young University). WorldCat record id: 52065905 Glen R. Hansen is a veteran of World War II, having served in the U.S. Army Air Force from 1941-1944 He was assigned to the 8th Air Force, based...