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Edward W. Simpson Jr.

LCDR · USNR

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Edward W. Simpson Jr.

LCDR · USNR

10/01/1939 – 02/01/1946

Clemson, SC

Service Details

School / Education

Rutgers University

Pilot Designation

Naval Aviator

Highest Designation

Dist. Flying Cross

Service Years

10/01/1939 – 02/01/1946

Theaters of Service

Tarawa,Saip.,Leyte

Aircraft Flown

P2Y-2 SNJ F3F F4F F6F

Duty Assignments

USS Chenango

Achievements & Story

Squadron Commander, VF-35, CO Air Group Commander, CVEG-35. Combat experience in Kwajalein, Eniwetok, Guam, Hollandia, Morotai Saipan, and Leyte Gulf.