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Joseph R. Holzapple | |
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Born | Peoria, Illinois, U.S. | September 7, 1914
Died | November 14, 1973 Arlington, Virginia, U.S. | (aged 59)
Allegiance | United States of America |
Service | United States Air Force |
Years of service | 1941–1971 |
Rank | General |
Commands | U.S. Air Forces in Europe 47th Bombardment Wing |
Battles / wars | World War II |
Awards | Silver Star Legion of Merit Distinguished Flying Cross (United States) (2) Distinguished Flying Cross (United Kingdom) Air Medal (19) |
Joseph Randall Holzapple (September 7, 1914 – November 14, 1973) was a United States Air Force four-star general who served as Commander in Chief, U.S. Air Forces in Europe (CINCUSAFE) from 1969 to 1971.[1]