James Robert Becker entered the military service in Texas. He served in the 560th Bomber Squadron, 388th Bomber Group, Heavy as a Sergeant during World War II. Initially, SGT Becker was listed as missing in action or non-recoverable. His remains have been recovered and interred at the Ardennes American Cemetery and Memorial. SGT Becker's name is permanently inscribed on the Tablets of the Missing at the Netherlands American Cemetery and Memorial. He was one of the many brave Americans of the 388th Bomber Group who lost their lives in aerial operations against the German forces from June 1943 - August 1945.

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