John B. Nichols

John B. Nichols
Nickname(s)Pirate
Born(1931-09-28)September 28, 1931
DiedJune 17, 2004(2004-06-17) (aged 72)
AllegianceUnited States of America
Service / branch United States Navy
Years of service1957–1975
Rank Commander
UnitFighter Squadron 174 (VF-174)
Fighter Squadron 62 (VF-62)
U.S. Navy Fighter Weapons School
Fighter Squadron 191 (VF-191)
CommandsFighter Squadron 24 (VF-24)[1]
Battles / warsVietnam War
AwardsSilver Star Medal - Distinguished Flying Cross - Navy Commendation Medal - (16) Air Medals - Navy Unit Commendation - National Defense Service Medal - Vietnam Service Medal - Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with V - Navy League Stephen Decator Award

John Bennett Nichols III (September 28, 1931 – June 17, 2004) was a United States Navy aviator and author.