Pappy Boyington

Colonel and WWII fighter pilot

Pappy Boyington - Colonel and WWII fighter pilot
Born

1912
113 years ago

Died

January 11th, 1988
37 years ago — 76 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

United States

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Served as a United States Marine Corps pilot during World War II. Commanded the famous Black Sheep Squadron, achieving significant aerial victories. Awarded the Medal of Honor for extraordinary heroism while leading his squadron in the South Pacific. His experiences were later chronicled in the television series 'Baa Baa Black Sheep'.

Received the Medal of Honor

Commanded the Black Sheep Squadron

Authored the memoir 'Baa Baa Black Sheep'

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