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Sylvester A. Thomas
CDR · USN
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Sylvester A. Thomas
CDR · USN
05/08/1929 – 11/30/1962
Service Details
School / Education
Tulane University
Pilot Designation
Patrol Plane Cdr
Highest Designation
Conduct Medals (3)
Service Years
05/08/1929 – 11/30/1962
Theaters of Service
Pacific, Europe
Aircraft Flown
Duty Assignments
USS Hornet, 08/01/41
USS Albemarle, Nav., 12/01/44
USS Saratoga, 10/01/33
Service Organizations
Silver Eagles Assn
Ret. Officers Assn
Nav Av Museum Fdn
US Navy Memorial Fdn
Achievements & Story
Carrier qualified on Langley. Commanding Officer VP-45 - Multi Engine Sea. Rearming Officer aboard the USS Hornet during the Doolittle Raid.