Marion Franklin Kirby II

Captain, U. S. Army Air Forces

Silver Star

During World War II, Marion Kirby became a U.S. Army Air Forces ACE, credited with shooting down 5 enemy aircraft in aerial combat.

CITATION:
(Citation Needed) - SYNOPSIS: Captain (Air Corps) Marion Franklin Kirby, II (ASN: 0-432263), United States Army Air Forces, was awarded the Silver Star for gallantry in action against the enemy as a P-38 Fighter Pilot of the 431st Fighter Squadron, 475th Fighter Group, FIFTH Air Force, in action against the enemy in aerial combat in the Pacific Theater of Action during World War II. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army Air Forces.
Distinguished Flying Cross
Air Medal