Mike, did you realize the connection here...
http://www.white1foundation.org/history_blackfriday.htm6 Beaus from 404 Sqn were shot down on 9 Feb 45. Orlowski took part in the overall combat action in which Myrick was downed.
An interesting coincidence, to be sure... nice to see this sort of movement afoot to commemorate the sacrifices of the "little guys", the regular pilot officers, sergeants, and feldwebels from all sides. Not every man who flew was an ace, but every one who served deserves some recognition.
Lynn
I just finished reading the article. Fantastic! Thanks a million. That is an execellant description of the operation where Rex and Berges were shot down. I am sure the rest of the family will enjoy reading the article. Thanks for the tip!