In Memoriam Entry
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CAPT ARTHUR "Ray" HAWKINS, USN
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In his 31-year career, he became the Navy’s 10th ranked Ace during World War II and was awarded three Navy Crosses, three Distinguished Flying Crosses and three Air Medals while serving with fighter squadron 31. Served in the Korean War as a member of VF-191, a squadron formed from the famed Blue Angels Flight Demonstration Team, and later served as leader of the Blues from August 1951 to April 1954. “A distinguished officer and leader.” ODE TO THE HAWK Where, one might ask, is the town of Zavalla? Well, that east Texas town has its hero Well, who is this guy and why all the talk? Little more than a lad when he answered the call His great deeds caught the eyes of his bosses War's end found our friend back stateside Then Korea and another deployment Back with the angels they made him the boss After long years of serving his nation From east to west he'd race to a show But the years go by and its time to rest With lovely Louise, take a turn at life's ease As you step o'er the side we're saddened So, I thought of a way to make your day |
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