The following missions were found in the Historical Narratives of the 62nd BS from April-May 1945 written by Capt. Edward S. Babbitt, Squadron Historical Officer.
According to the June 1945 Historical Narrative "members of Crew 53, which had been lead by Capt. K. L. Hornbeck (now up for reclassification), were transfered to Crew 61 with 1st Lt. S. K. Felton as Airplane Commander."
Therefore it's believed the following missions must be for Crew 53 under the command of Capt Hornbeck.
Per July 1945 Historical Narrative 1st Lt Samuel K. Felton left for the states TDY to Lead Crew School at Muroc AAF, CA. per SO 159 par 9 listed were Felton and the Officers and EM that made up Crew 53. |