George B. Simler
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George Brenner Simler[1] (February 16, 1921 ā September 9, 1972) was a United States Air Force general, who served as commander of the U.S. Air Force's Air Training Command.[2]
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George B. Simler | |
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Born | February 16, 1921 Johnstown, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Died | September 9, 1972(1972-09-09) (aged 51) Randolph Air Force Base, Texas, U.S. |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Service/ | United States Air Force |
Years of service | 1942ā1972 |
Rank | General (posthumous) |
Commands held | Air Training Command |
Battles/wars | World War II Vietnam War |
Awards | Legion of Merit (2) Distinguished Flying Cross (2) Air Medal (12) Purple Heart |
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