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Major Van Chandler (R) shakes hands with Major William Whisner (L). In addition to his 15.5 kills during World War II, Whisner shot down 5.5 MiG's in Korea. (U.S. Air Force photo)

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  • Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
  • Nationality: American
  • Unit: 336th Fighter Squadron
  • Service Numbers: 18242276 / O-705545
  • Highest Rank: Colonel
  • Role/Job: Fighter pilot
Major William T. Whisner, who as a Captain was an ace pilot with the 487th Fighter Squadron, 352nd Fighter Group, during the Second World War. He stayed in the United States Army Air Force after the war ended and was subsequently promoted to rank of Major.
  • Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
  • Nationality: American
  • Unit: 352nd Fighter Group 487th Fighter Squadron
  • Service Numbers: 14065183 / O-798190 / 16324A / FR16324
  • Highest Rank: Colonel
  • Role/Job: Pilot

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