Bob and Diana Herres

Bob Herres looks at a photo of Grottaglie, Italy, where he was based during World War II until captured by Romanian militia when his plane was shot down during a bombing run. Several books about the 449th Bomb Group have been published.

VENICE — Growing up on a farm in New Jersey, Bob Herres, who turned 100 in April, learned hard work at an early age.

One of his first jobs, the Venice resident recalled, was walking behind a wagon loaded with manure, scooping up handfuls to plop onto the ground to become beds for corn seeds.


B-24

Bob Herres, front row, second from right, and the crew of his B-24, “Shack Happy.”

Bob Herres

Bob Herres reminisces about his service in the Army Air Corps during World War II.

Mementos

Bob Herres’ many decorations include a Purple Heart.

Medals

More of Bob Herres’ medals from his service in World War II.

   
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