Pierce Winningham "Mac" McKennon | |
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Nickname(s) | "Mac" |
Born | Clarksville, Arkansas, US | November 30, 1919
Died | June 18, 1947 San Antonio, Texas, US | (aged 27)
Buried | Forest Park Cemetery Fort Smith, Arkansas |
Allegiance | United States |
Service | United States Army Air Forces |
Rank | Major |
Unit | 4th Fighter Group |
Commands | 335th Fighter Squadron |
Battles / wars | World War II |
Awards | Distinguished Flying Cross (5) Air Medal (17) Purple Heart Croix de guerre (France) |
Pierce Winningham McKennon (November 30, 1919 – June 18, 1947) was an American flying ace of World War II with 12 aerial victories and 9.83 ground victories.[1]