James B. Tapp
American flying ace (1920–2014) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
James Buckley Tapp (December 6, 1920 – January 31, 2014) was an American flying ace in the 15th Fighter Group during World War II. During the war, Tapp flew very long range (VLR) fighter missions from Iwo Jima, and was credited in destroying eight enemy airplanes in aerial combat. He retired in 1970 at the rank of colonel, after 29 years of distinguished service.
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Birth name | James Buckley Tapp |
Nickname(s) | Jim |
Born | (1920-12-06)December 6, 1920 Eveleth, Minnesota, U.S. |
Died | January 31, 2014(2014-01-31) (aged 93) Fort Collins, Colorado, U.S. |
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Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | Air Force |
Years of service | 1941–1970 |
Rank | Colonel |
Unit | 78th Fighter Squadron, 15th Fighter Group |
Commands held | 78th Fighter Squadron |
Battles/wars | World War II |
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