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Russell Clarence Patterson
Submitted by Jodi Patterson Schraedly
Branch of service: Air Force Tech Sgt
Russell Patterson, my father, demonstrated unwavering commitment and service. During World War II, he was a radio operator on 35 missions from his base in England over the continent. He also served in the Pacific theater on fuel supply missions into China from India. These were all very dangerous missions. His heroic service, and that of thousands of other soldiers, have allowed us to live in freedom to this day, as well as to travel to and enjoy those parts of the world where he served.
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