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William V. McBride

1922 – 2022

American general

Military officer
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About William V. McBride

Lived 1922 – 2022 (aged 99–100). William V. McBride was an American military officer.

William Vincent McBride (May 25, 1922 – August 26, 2022) was a general in the United States Air Force who served as Vice Chief of Staff of the United States Air Force from 1975 to 1978.

Biography

Early life McBride was born in Wampum, Pennsylvania, in 1922, the son of Ray and Iva McBride. He received his high school education from Wampum High School in 1939. He later attended Garfield Business Institute, Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania. He was promoted to the grade of general effective September 1, 1974, with same date of rank. He retired on March 31, 1978. He lived in San Antonio, Texas. He turned 100 on May 25, 2022, and died on August 26.

Awards Awards earned over his career include:

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Important facts

Born
25 May 1922, Wampum
Birth century
20th century
Died
2022
Occupation
Military officer
Nationality
United States
Education
New York University
Positions held
Vice Chief of Staff of the United States Air Force
Awards
Distinguished Flying Cross; Legionnaire of Legion of Merit; Air Medal
Also known as
William Vincent McBride

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Frequently asked questions

Who was William V. McBride?

American general

When was William V. McBride born?

William V. McBride was born on 25 May 1922 in Wampum.

When did William V. McBride die?

William V. McBride died in 2022.

What was William V. McBride's occupation?

William V. McBride was a military officer.

What nationality was William V. McBride?

William V. McBride was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: William V. McBride

· Wikidata: Q8019650

· DBpedia: William V. McBride

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