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John M. Wondergem
CAPT · USN
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John M. Wondergem
CAPT · USN
02/01/1942 – 09/01/1974
Service Details
School / Education
GeoWashington Univ
Pilot Designation
Naval Aviator
Highest Designation
Meritor. Serv. Medal
Service Years
02/01/1942 – 09/01/1974
Theaters of Service
WWII, Pacific
Aircraft Flown
Duty Assignments
VPB-108
USS Wasp
HS-1
Service Organizations
Assn of Nav Aviation
Amer.RadioRelayLeagu
Amateur Radio K5KR
Achievements & Story
Recovery pilot for astronaut Scott Carpenter's capsule from Aurora flight of Project Mercury - lost in western Atlantic.