Frank Fischl | |
|---|---|
 Fischl in 1975 | |
| Mayor of Allentown, Pennsylvania | |
| In office 1978–1982 | |
| Preceded by | Joe Daddona |
| Succeeded by | Joe Daddona |
| Personal details | |
| Born | October 25, 1926 Allentown, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Died | October 12, 2016 (aged 89) Allentown, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Anne Fischl |
| Children | Three |
| Residence(s) | Allentown, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Alma mater | United States Military Academy |
Frank R. Fischl Jr. (October 25, 1926 – October 12, 2016) was an American U.S. Air Force colonel and politician. In 1966, Fischl, an Air Force pilot with the 433rd Tactical Fighter Squadron during the Vietnam War, was awarded the Silver Star, the U.S. military's third-highest decoration for valor in combat, "for gallantry in connection with military operations" for his role in an airstrike conducted in North Vietnam on September 3, 1966.[1] Fischl later served as the Mayor of Allentown, Pennsylvania, from 1978 until 1982.[1][2]
- ^ a b Warner, Frank (October 14, 2016). "Frank Fischl, decorated Air Force pilot and former Allentown mayor, dies at 89". The Morning Call. Retrieved October 23, 2016.
- ^ "Whatever became of ... former Allentown Mayor Frank Fischl?". The Morning Call. December 12, 2004. Retrieved October 23, 2016.