Medal for bravery in Burien depends on finding ‘burned buttock guy'

It was November 1955 when a young soldier named Gene Casey survived a fiery airliner crash in Burien and then, in spite of his severe injuries, rescued another soldier from the burning wreckage. Nearly 70 years later, Casey may be awarded a medal – if anyone can be found to help corroborate his story.

Published: Friday, September 29, 2023   |   Runtime: 05:06