1st Lieutenant Benjamin Francis Kitchens, U.S.A.A.F.
(1924-1944)
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The Western Union telegram received by his next of kin.
(All photos courtesy of Susan Cooper)
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Letter from Major General J. A. Ulio received by the next of kin confirming that Benjamin was missing in action.



Letter from Lt. General Barney M. Giles confirming Benjamin's death on June 24, 1944. Note the letter is dated March 16, 1945.



Photo of Benjamin's grave in France.



1st Lieutenant Benjamin F. Kitchens' Purple Heart, awarded posthumously.



1st Lieutenant Benjamin F. Kitchens' Air Medal with Oak Leaf Clusters.
(All photos courtesy of Susan Cooper)
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