Jesse L. Brown
Naval aviator and pilot officer
Born
1926
99 years ago
Died
December 4th, 1950
74 years ago — 24 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
United States
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First African-American naval aviator served in the United States Navy. Commissioned as an ensign in 1947, became a pioneer in military aviation. Flew combat missions during the Korean War while attached to fighter squadron VF-32. Died in action on December 4, 1950, when his aircraft was shot down over enemy territory.
Became the first African-American naval aviator
Served in combat during the Korean War
Was a member of VF-32
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