Ardie Hagopian.
Nose Gunner · 328th Squadron · Of San Francisco, CA.
The Man Behind the Name
Left New York City in February 1945 on the Ile de France, arrived in Norwich, England. Stationed with 8th Air Force, 93rd Bomb Group. Flew 13 missions over Germany; was preparing for the 14th mission when news came that the war was over. Awarded American Theater Ribbon, EAME Theater Ribbon with three Bronze Stars, Good Conduct Medal, Air Medal with one Bronze Cluster, and the Victory Medal.
Service record.
Missions flown.
The missions below are those we have been able to document for this airman, drawn from flight logs, mission records, and archival sources. It is not necessarily a complete account of every mission flown; gaps may reflect missing documentation, transferred assignments, or records lost to time.
Before and after.
Born Nov. 5, 1925 in San Francisco, CA. Enlisted in the USAAC in January 1944 after graduating from high school. Stationed in Amarillo, TX, then Harlingen, TX for Aerial Gunnery School. Crewed up in Casper, WY as nose gunner on B-24s.
Upon returning from Europe, married Virginia (Jean) Lloyd; had four children and twelve grandchildren. Was a building contractor specializing in custom home construction. Enjoyed his work, gold mining, and his grandchildren. Died Feb. 22, 1993.