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William M. Derby Jr.
Maj · USMC
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William M. Derby Jr.
Maj · USMC
08/07/1942 – 06/30/1963
Service Details
School / Education
N. Carolina State
Pilot Designation
Naval Aviator
Highest Designation
AirMedal w/1goldstar
Service Years
08/07/1942 – 06/30/1963
Theaters of Service
Japan
Aircraft Flown
Duty Assignments
USS Rochester
VMD-354
Service Organizations
Marine Corps Av Assn
US Power Squadrons
US Coast Guard Aux.
Achievements & Story
Located Japanese radar install- ation on Chichijima through photo reconnaissance. Safe boating instructor for USCG Auxiliary. Private pilot.