#OTD 1961: Pete Ray, Leo Baker, Riley Shamburger, Wade Gray killed in plane crashes over Bay of Pigs.
http://1.usa.gov/1VC523X
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Pete & Leo survived crash & fled from heavily damaged aircraft, but were quickly killed by Cuban militiamen.
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Riley & Wade’s B-26 was also hit as it approached target area. Plane hit the sea at a shallow angle. There were no survivors.
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All were awarded our highest honor for bravery—Distinguished Intel Cross—& received Memorial Wall stars http://1.usa.gov/1VC523X
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