Ernest Hensley

Personal Information

Birthplace: Cushing, Oklahoma

Service Information

Branch of Service: Army

Unit: 64th AAF Base

Theater of Operation: European

Honored By: Family of Ernest Hensley

Biography

Pvt. Ernest W. Hensley completed his course of studies as an electrical mechanic in the Amarillo army air forces technical training school and was rated an electrical specialist on a B-29 Superfortress. His graduation from the technical school qualified him for electrical trouble shooting while in flight. He was thoroughly drilled in military tactics and defense and a course of physical training that conditioned him to meet all requirements of an American soldier.
He was a 50 year member of Winfield, Kansas American Legion Post 10 and a 50 plus member of Winfield Lodge #110. He was a member of Midian Shriners of Wichita, Kansas. He married Bonnie Northway on December 3, 1938.