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2/Lt.
Jimmy L. Escalle
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Tribute
 Welcome!
This site is a photo tribute to my uncle, a fighter pilot who flew the
F-86 Sabre with
the 36th Fighter-Bomber Squadron at Suwon Air Base (K-13) during the
Korean War. He was listed as MIA on June 19, 1953.
The
photo pages, each with a brief introduction, will take you from his
early years growing up in a small farming town in California's San
Joaquin Valley, to his final combat mission over North Korea.
Jim
was only twenty-three years old when he disappeared, but in that
short time he lived an exemplary life, which included being able to
fulfill a childhood dream -- becoming a pilot.
He personified the typical
spirit of most young fighter pilots who served in Korea, which was
faith in God, love of country, and a dedication to excellence in the
performance of his duties. His service and ultimate sacrifice will always be
remembered. 
Click
here to read about Jim in Air Force Times, April 2002 |
