Today our walk was dedicated in honor of:
Navy LCDR Frederick Crosby, Age 31 of Orlando, FL.
MIA/KIA Jun. 1, 1965 – Vietnam
LTC Frederick P. Crosby was the pilot of a Vought RF-8A Crusader on a combat mission in Thanh Hoa Province, North Vietnam on June 1, 1965. As he was about 5 miles northeast of the city of Thanh Hoa, his aircraft was hit by enemy fire, crashed and exploded. It was felt that there was little or no hope that he survived, and Crosby was declared Killed/Body Not Recovered. Located near the city of Thanh Hoa was the famed “Dragon Jaw” bridge which was the object of many vain bombing attempts in 1965 and 1966. Crosby is listed among the missing because his remains were never located to return home.
52 years later he has finally returned home. May 26, 2017
We had a great 7.07 mile walk today. We first walked to Cumberland Medical Center to visit with my mother. We then headed up town to the car show where we presented colors. We walked around and visited and little and then headed home. It was a beautiful day. I want to thank everyone who honked, waved, and saluted in helping us honor this hero today. We had 108 honks. It was a great day.
Navy LCDR Frederick Crosby will not be forgotten !