Horace Meek Hickam
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Horace Meek Hickam (August 14, 1885 – November 5, 1934) was a pioneer airpower advocate and an officer in the United States Army Air Corps. Hickam Air Force Base, Hawaii, is named in his honor.[1]
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Horace Meek Hickam | |
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Born | (1885-08-14)August 14, 1885 Spencer, Indiana, US |
Died | November 5, 1934(1934-11-05) (aged 49) Galveston, Texas, US |
Place of burial | |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Service/ | U.S. Army Air Corps |
Years of service | 1908–1934 |
Rank | Lieutenant Colonel |
Commands held | 3rd Attack Group |
Battles/wars | Mexican Punitive Expedition |
Awards | Silver Star |
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