Vietnam War
| Unit | 240th Aviation Company |
|---|---|
| Rank | Captain U.S. Army |
| Entered Service From | New York New York |
| Date of Death | August 1 1968 |
| Status | Missing In Action |
| Memorialized |
Courts of the Missing
Court
B
Honolulu Memorial |
Notes
Captain Russell was a member of 240th Assault Helicopter Company, 214th Aviation Battalion, 12th Aviation Group. On August 1, 1968, he was the pilot of a Bell Huey Utility Helicopter (UH-1C) on a combat mission and ran into bad weather. The aircraft was diverted to Song Be, South Vietnam but never reached it. His remains were not recovered. His name is inscribed on the Courts of the Missing at the Honolulu Memorial.