Richard G. Candelaria
American flying ace (born 1922) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Richard Gomez Candelaria (born July 14, 1922) is an American flying ace in the 479th Fighter Group during World War II, who was credited with six aerial victories, including an Me 262.
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Richard Gomez Candelaria | |
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Born | (1922-07-14) July 14, 1922 (age 101) El Paso, Texas, U.S. |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Service/ | United States Army Air Forces United States Air Force Reserve California Air National Guard |
Years of service | 1943–1964 |
Rank | Colonel |
Unit | 479th Fighter Group |
Commands held | 8195th Replacement Training Squadron |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | Silver Star Distinguished Flying Cross Purple Heart Air Medal (8) |
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