Joseph R. Holzapple

Joseph R. Holzapple
General Joseph R. Holzapple
Born(1914-09-07)September 7, 1914
Peoria, Illinois, U.S.
DiedNovember 14, 1973(1973-11-14) (aged 59)
Arlington, Virginia, U.S.
AllegianceUnited States of America
Service / branchUnited States Air Force
Years of service1941–1971
RankGeneral
CommandsU.S. Air Forces in Europe
47th Bombardment Wing
Battles / warsWorld War II
AwardsSilver 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]

  1. ^ Snyder, Thomas; Shaw, Shelia (January 28, 1992). "Profiles In Leadership 1942-1992". Air Force Historical Research Agency. pp. 160–167. Retrieved October 18, 2021.