Col. Ben A. Mason, 1911-2012
Colonel Ben A. Mason passed away April 13, 2012 at his home in Houston, TX at the age of 100.
Col. Mason had a distinguished 3-decade-long military career, including flying P-38 fighter planes with the 82nd Fighter Group as Commanding Officer during WWII combat missions, from his base in Foggia, Italy. He was the recipient of many decorations, including the Silver Star and the Distinguished Flying Cross. He thoroughly enjoyed attending annual 82nd Fighter Group reunions, and was an active member of the QB’s organization.
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Col. Mason had a distinguished 3-decade-long military career, including flying P-38 fighter planes with the 82nd Fighter Group as Commanding Officer during WWII combat missions, from his base in Foggia, Italy. He was the recipient of many decorations, including the Silver Star and the Distinguished Flying Cross. He thoroughly enjoyed attending annual 82nd Fighter Group reunions, and was an active member of the QB’s organization.
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