Walter T. Achramowicz

Walter Theodore Achramowicz (2 May 1922 in Ipswich – 8 April 1977 in Oklahoma City) was a American Lieutenant in the U.S. Army Air Forces during World War II. Born May 2, 1922, Walter Theodore Achramowicz is assigned to the 38th Fighter Squadron / 55th Fighter Group 3 August 1944. He left the unit in July 1945 after completing 56 war mission and damaged a German aircraft on the ground. The plane assigned to it during this period is the P-51D CG "The Joker". After the war, he was part of the occupation forces in Japan and become the only American officer to receive a Letter of Commendation from the Japanese government in recognition of his contribution in the development of the Self Defense Force of Japan, signed by Gen Lt. Misoo Mutsumae, commander of this force in June 1960.

Awards

 * Distinguished Flying Cross
 * Air Medal
 * Bronze Star Medal
 * Korean Service Medal
 * Presidential Unit Citation
 * Air Force Commendation Medal
 * American Campaign Medal
 * World War II Victory Medal
 * Army of Occupation Medal
 * East Asia - Middle East Campaign Medal
 * National Defense Service Medal
 * Armed Forces Reserve Medal
 * United Nations Service Medal
 * Air Force Longevity Service Award
 * Strike Command Commendation