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William R. McClendon
RADM · USN
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William R. McClendon
RADM · USN
06/02/1941 – 08/31/1977
Service Details
School / Education
USN Postgraduate
Pilot Designation
Naval Aviator
Highest Designation
Dist. Service Medal
Service Years
06/02/1941 – 08/31/1977
Theaters of Service
WWII-Africa Guam
Aircraft Flown
Duty Assignments
USS Gambier Bay
C.O. VF-173
C.O. USS Bon Homme
Service Organizations
Golden Eagles
NAMF
Achievements & Story
Involved in introduction of Ryan FR-1 "Fireball" to fleet. CDR of first FJ-3 squadron to enter fleet CDR Carrier Div. 9. CDR Attack carrier striking force 7th fleet.