Caption: George Vujnovich led a rescue operation to save more than 500 U.S. bomber crew members shot down over Nazi-occupied Yugoslavia. Source: U.S. Air Force via Wikimedia Commons
George Vujnovich Dies, Incredible Story Of World War II ‘Operation Halyard’ Lives On -- International Busines Times
George Vujnovich led what has been called "one of the greatest rescue missions of World War II." He passed away of natural causes in New York City on April 24 at age 96.
Vujnovich was a Bronze Star Medal recipient. He served as an agent for the Office of Strategic Services (OSS), a U.S. intelligence organization that preceded the CIA. Vujnovich orchestrated Operation Halyard in 1944, stealthily rescuing a group of U.S. airmen who were stranded in Nazi-occupied Yugoslavia during the final years of World War II. But those who don't know his name can be forgiven, as the story of Vulnovich's greatest triumph was kept under wraps for over 60 years in a tale of Cold War intrigue.
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Update #1: OSS agent who led WWII rescue of 500 dies in NY -- Yahoo News/AP
Update #2: George Vujnovich dies at 96; leader of daring World War II rescue -- L.A. Times
My Comment: A true American hero. Our prayers are with his family and loved ones.
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