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Samuel A. Sparks

CAPT · USN

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Samuel A. Sparks

CAPT · USN

12/15/1942 – 04/01/1972

Milton, FL

Service Details

School / Education

Eastern N.M. Univ.

Pilot Designation

Naval Aviator

Highest Designation

Dist. Flying Cross

Service Years

12/15/1942 – 04/01/1972

Theaters of Service

WWII/Korea

Aircraft Flown

F4F F6F AF F3H S2F

Duty Assignments

USS Independence
USS Valley Forge
USS Essex

Service Organizations

Assn of Nav Aviation
Ret. Officers Assn

Achievements & Story

Flew 50 different airplane models from 24 carriers. 5,500 flight hours. 405 carrier landings. CO VS-21. CAG CVSG-62