ROSE, New York --Soldiers of the New York National Guard honor guard receive the remains of 1st Lieutenant John Thomas a World War II Army Air Forces pilot who was killed in 1943 at the Rose Cemetery in North Rose New York on May 20 2023. Thomas was killed in action during a World War 2 bombing mission called Operation Tidal Wave in 1943 and his remains were not identified until 2022.
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Bellmore Patch -- Wed, 19 Nov 2025 North Bellmore National Guard Airman Receives New Rank NORTH BELLMORE, NY A National Guard Airman received a new rank, as recently shared by Air Force Major General Michael Bank, commander of the New York Air National Guard. Bank announced... (more)
Rome Sentinel -- Tue, 18 Nov 2025 Pair promoted in New York Air National Guard LATHAM Two local airmen have received promotions with the New York Air National Guard, according to an announcement by Air Force Major Gen. Michael Bank, in recognition of their capability... (more)
Rome Sentinel -- Tue, 18 Nov 2025 Several local Army National Guard soldiers earn promotions LATHAM Five area residents are among the members of the New York Army National Guard who have received recent promotions, according to an announcement by Major Gen. Ray Shields, adjutant... (more)