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