Parsonson, Laurence Walter (L W)

Killed in action, in North American F-51 Mustang #353. Lt L.W. Parsonson was briefed to lead "A" Flight on an interdiction mission against a railroad yard at YC4394. En route his No.4 reported that he had engine problems, so Lt Parsonson ordered him to return to base, escorted by the No.3 aircraft. He then requested permission for his two remaining aircraft to join another flight, led by Major Lyon, who were en route to the same target. This was granted. All six aircraft attacked their primary target with bombs, and proceeded to their secondary target north east of Kumsong. This they attacked with rockets and machine guns. Lt Parsonson, flying in the No.5 position, reported that he had been hit, and was instructed to fly south. However, before he could reach friendly lines he reported that his aircraft was on fire and shortly after that he crashed. The flight searched the area for his parachute or any sign of life without success