The United States Air Force and Army Air Corps Story Archive preserves the experiences of Norwood residents who served in the skies and supported America’s military aviation missions. From the pioneering days of the Army Air Corps and the Army Air Forces during World War II to the establishment of the United States Air Force in 1947 and beyond, these stories reflect the courage, innovation, and dedication of local men and women who served their country through air power.
This archive features photographs, documents, newspaper articles, military records, mission histories, and personal recollections that help tell the stories of Norwood’s airmen. Whether serving as pilots, navigators, mechanics, crew members, or support personnel, their contributions played an important role in some of the most significant events in modern military history.
If you or a family member served in the Army Air Corps, Army Air Forces, or the United States Air Force, or if you have photographs, letters, documents, memories, or other materials related to a Norwood airman, we invite you to share them with the Norwood Historical Society. Community contributions help preserve these stories and ensure that the service, achievements, and sacrifices of Norwood’s aviation veterans continue to be remembered and honored for generations to come.
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Norwood Memorial Street Corner List

1 Pleasant & E Cross St U.S. Army PFC Ralph E. Shackley 1915 1943 * 2 Pleasant & Cross St U.S. Army Sgt. Edward F Hayes 1923 1945 * 3 Pleasant & Gay St U.S. Army PVT Thomas F. McDonough 1921 1944 * 4 Gay & Joy St U.S. Army SPC Keith D. Benson “DOC”…
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Four Local Youths Enlist In US Navy-This Day in Norwood History-July 19, 1962

This Day in Norwood History-July 19, 1962-Four Local Youths Enlist In US Navy
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WAF A1C Priscilla A. Marsh Awarded Air Force Commendation Medal-This Day in Norwood History-January 18, 1962

DECORATED—Major Clifford G. Harris, Commander of the 25th Communications Squadron, USAFE, Wiesbaden, Germany is shown congratulating WAF A1C Priscilla A. Marsh upon announcement of her award of the Air Force Commendation Medal. A 1C Marsh recently completed 3 years with this squadron in an administrative capacity. She was cited for meritorious service and outstanding performance…
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Former Norwoodite MSgt. George S. Buckman Given USAF Recruiting Job Here-This Day in Norwood History-January 28, 1955

M/Sgt. George S. Buckman, Jr, has been appointed station commander of the United States Air Force Recruiting Station located in the Post Office, Norwood, according to Lt. Col. William A. Somerby, Jr, commander of the Air Force Recruiting activities in the Greater Boston Area. The Norwood horn sergeant has been on active duty with the…
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Norwood Hero Corporal Joseph N. A. Grugnale Buried-August 13, 1948

This Day In Norwood History-August 13, 1948-Norwood Hero Corporal Joseph N. A. Grugnale Buried
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Master Sergeant Sigyr R. Gustafson Survives B-29 Crash off Arabian Coast-July 30, 1948

Norwood native Master Sgt. Sigyr R. Gustafson survived a tragic B-29 bomber crash off the coast of Southern Arabia during a historic round-the-world military flight.
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The United Church Honors Veterans of World War II-This Day in Norwood History-November 12, 1946

Before a large congregation at the regular service of Divine Worship on Sunday morning, the United Church paid tribute to both the living and the dead of World War II ) Speaking on behalf of the Church, the Rev. Edmund A. Miller officially welcomed the returned men and women of the armed forces. “We were…
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