World War II
Staff Sergeant

Peter Breda

Army Air Corps
725th Bomb Squadron, 451st Bomb Group, 15th Air Force

SSgt Peter Breda was the top turret gunner on the crew of the B-24H Liberator #42-95379 “Extra Joker” when they were attacked by German FW-190s over Ternitz, Austria. They exploded in mid-air killing the entire crew. The medals are government engraved replacement medals.

Date of Incident
August 23, 1944
Location
Ternitz, Austria
Status
Killed in Action
Hometown
Lima, Ohio