Ralph E La Valle
MilitaryFlight Officer La Valle was killed in action on 15 August 1944, whilst flying to Le Muy, France, as part of the Dragoon-Bigot-Dove mission. He was attached to the 441st Troop Carrier Group for the operation. His CG-4A Haig Glider stalled and spun out of control. The glider then crash landed in a vertical position, killing La Valle and his pilot Paul Robert Kimball instantly.
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Units served with
- Unit Hierarchy: Group
- Air Force: Ninth Air Force
- Type Category: Troop Carrier
- Unit Hierarchy: Group
- Air Force: Ninth Air Force
- Type Category: Troop Carrier
- Unit Hierarchy: Squadron
- Air Force: Ninth Air Force
- Type Category: Troop Carrier
People
- Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
- Nationality: American
- Unit: 441st Troop Carrier Group 99th Troop Carrier Squadron
- Service Numbers: O-531344
- Highest Rank: Second Lieutenant
- Role/Job: Glider Pilot
Events
| Event | Location | Date | Description |
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Born |
7 September 1907 | ||
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Died |
Le Muy, France | 15 August 1944 | |
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Enlisted |
Michigan, USA | ||
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Buried |