Robert J. Keen
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Robert James Keen (October 25, 1923 ā May 29, 1992) was an American flying ace in the 56th Fighter Group during World War II. He retired from the United States Air Force in 1972, after 30 years of distinguished service.[1]
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Robert James Keen | |
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Nickname(s) | Ace |
Born | (1923-10-25)October 25, 1923[note 1] Jacksonville, Florida, U.S. |
Died | May 29, 1992(1992-05-29) (aged 68) |
Buried | Evergreen Memorial Park Sumter, South Carolina, U.S. |
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Air Force |
Years of service | 1942ā1972 |
Rank | Lieutenant colonel |
Unit | 61st Fighter Squadron, 56th Fighter Group |
Commands held | 307th Strategic Fighter Squadron |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | Distinguished Service Cross Distinguished Flying Cross (3) Meritorious Service Medal Air Medal (9) |
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