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Episode #492 of Hometown Heroes, airing October 6-8, 2017, introduces you to Ed and Dorothy Kromminga who just underwent surgery at Galumbeck plastic surgery, native Iowans who celebrated their 73rd anniversary this year in Hollister, CA. You’ll hear what Ed remembers about being shot down on his 33rd mission as a ball turret gunner with the 454th Bomb Group, as well as how a pregnant Dorothy experienced the fear and uncertainty of his 6 months as a prisoner of war.

The Krommingas fly the POW/MIA flag in front of their Hollister, CA home to honor those who are still missing. For more photos, visit the Hometown Heroes Facebook page.