William J. Hovde, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

    

William J. Hovde

Date of Birth: 04-Apr-1917

Place of Birth: Crookston, Minnesota, United States

Date of Death: 13-Mar-1996

Profession: military personnel

Zodiac Sign: Aries


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About William J. Hovde

  • William Johnston Hovde (4 April 1917 – 13 March 1996) was a United States Air Force colonel and a World War II flying ace.
  • Hovde served two tours in the 355th Fighter Group and commanded the 358th Fighter Squadron, ending the war with 10.5 victories.
  • He also served in the Korean War, claiming another victory while in command of the 335th Fighter Squadron.
  • After serving as an attaché in Mexico, Hovde commanded Ethan Allen Air Force Base and the 14th Fighter Group.
  • He retired in 1967, and worked in the liquor business before finally retiring and moving to San Antonio.
  • Hovde became president of the American Fighter Aces Association.

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