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.