The family and the US Marine Corps has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to honor this WWII Hero, we will be honored to do so.
On Feb 14, 1944, Capt James Boyden was the pilot of a Grumann torpedo bomber on a mission to destroy enemy shipping in Simpson Harbor, New Britain. The mission included 26 bombers targeting the Japanese base at Rabaul. They encountered intense anti-aircraft fire and sustained heavy losses. At the end of the battle, 6 bombers and their 19 crewmen were lost, including Capt Boyden.
Capt Boyden was a member of the Marine Torpedo Bombing Squadron 233, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, Fleet Marine Force.
Declared Missing In Action, Capt Boyden was declared deceased on Feb 15, 1945. In 2016 the DPAA conducted an excavation of the crash site and he was recovered, identified, and has now returned home. We were very honored to be part of his return to his family, and will also be honored to attend his funeral service.
NOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this American Hero.
Part 2 Time Table for Thursday, 04 MAY 17:1215 - Stage at Rose Hills Memorial Park & Mortuary, Hillside Chapel Gardens, 3888 Workman Mill Rd., Whittier, CA 90601
https://goo.gl/maps/7rr8ZijEfJM21230 - Mission briefing
1300 - KSU to graveside for Flag Line and Military Honors
R/C Rick 'Moonman' Luna
So Cal PGR Ride Captainlunardad@msn.com
626-378-2304
You do not have to be a Veteran or a motorcycle rider to attend this mission. Everyone is welcome. We encourage those who do not ride to attend in your car. If this will be your first mission go to the initial staging area and you will be briefed there by the R/C (Ride Captain). Dress for motorcycle riding or dress casually if you are driving a cage (car). Please feel free to attend any portion of this mission you can. Please ride/drive safely.
