Johnnie J. Able, Jr.

John "Johnnie" James Able Jr. (5 August 1923 in South Carolina - 1 December 1967) was a American Sergeant in the United States Army Air Forces during World War II. He also was a recipient of the Distinguished Service Cross which was awarded for having distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism against an armed enemy in circumstances which do not justify the award of the Medal of Honor.

Awards

 * Distinguished Service Cross in 1943 as Sergeant in the 65th Bombardment Squadron, 43d Bombardment Group (H), 5th Air Force
 * Silver Star Medal in 1943 as Sergeant in the 5th Air Force