Basic Details Surname Cartwright Forenames R E Gender Male Information stated on memorial Alternative forename Rueben Edward War Second World War (1939-1945) Served or died Served Notes Parachuted to safety Primary Service As stated on memorial Service (Primary - Stated) United States Army Air Force Unit (Primary - Stated) 446th Bomb Group Sub-unit (Primary - Stated) 705th Bomb Squadron Rank / Title (Primary - Stated) Sergeant Air Gunner Our References Service (Primary - Our reference) United States Army Air Force Unit (Primary - Our reference) 446th Bomb Group Rank / Title (Primary - Our reference) Sergeant (Air Gunner)