Actor Jimmy Stewart USAAF

 

 

 

Colonel James Maitland Stewart - 8th USAAF
Jimmy Stewart, one of Hollywood’s biggest stars,
served with distinction as a bomber pilot in the U.S.
Army Air Forces during World War ll. Enlisting in 1941
Stewart was initially assigned to stateside training
roles but pushed for combat duty. He eventually
joined the 8th Air Force in England, commanding a
squadron of B-24 Liberators within the 445th Bomb
Group.

Stewart flew 20 combat missions over occupied
Europe, including dangerous bombing raids over key

targets such as Berlin and other industrial facilities in
Germany. Known for his leadership and humility, he
earned several commendations, including the
Distinguished Flying Cross and the Air Medal with
oak leaf clusters. He later served as the chief of staff
for the 2nd Combat Bombardment Wing.