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Glenn E. Duncan

1918 – 1998

American World War II flying ace

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About Glenn E. Duncan

Lived 1918 – 1998 (aged 80). Glenn E. Duncan was an American.

Glenn Emile Duncan (May 12, 1918 – July 14, 1998) was a career officer in the United States Air Force and one of the leading aces of Eighth Air Force in World War II in Europe and the top ace of the 353rd Fighter Group. Duncan was credited with 19.5 victories, one probable victory, and seven damaged German aircraft. He also destroyed at least nine enemy aircraft on the ground, while flying P-47 Thunderbolts with the 353rd Fighter Group. He flew combat missions in the P-47 Thunderbolts and P-51 Mustangs in Europe.

Early life Duncan was born on May 19, 1918, in Bering, Texas.

Military career He enlisted in the Aviation Cadet Program of the U.S. Army Air Corps on February 9, 1940, and was commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant and awarded his pilot wings at Kelly Field, Texas, on October 5, 1940.

World War II Duncan served as an instructor pilot for a year and then served in Panama from December 1941 to January 1943, before completing P-47 Thunderbolt training and being assigned first to the 361st Fighter Group, and then to the 353rd Fighter Group in England in March 1943.

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Air Medal; Distinguished Flying Cross (United States); Distinguished Service Cross (United States); Silver Star
Also known as
Glenn Emile Duncan

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Glenn E. Duncan?

American World War II flying ace (1918-1998)

When was Glenn E. Duncan born?

Glenn E. Duncan was born on 12 May 1918 in Texas.

When did Glenn E. Duncan die?

Glenn E. Duncan died on 14 July 1998.

What nationality was Glenn E. Duncan?

Glenn E. Duncan was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Glenn E. Duncan

· Wikidata: Q28055422

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