Glenn E. Duncan, Date of Birth, Date of Death

    

Glenn E. Duncan

Date of Birth: 12-May-1918

Date of Death: 14-Jul-1998

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Taurus


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About Glenn E. Duncan

  • Glenn Emile Duncan (May 12, 1918 – July 4, 1998) was a career officer in the United States Air Force and one of the leading aces of Eighth Air Force in World War II in Europe and the top ace of the 353rd Fighter Group.
  • Duncan was credited with 19.5 victories, one probable victory, and seven damaged German aircraft.
  • He also destroyed at least nine enemy aircraft on the ground, while flying P-47 Thunderbolts with the 353rd Fighter Group.
  • He flew combat missions in the P-47 Thunderbolts and P-51 Mustangs in Europe.
  • His aircraft was shot down in Germany in July 1944.
  • He traveled on foot to Holland, where he worked with the Dutch resistance until the end of the war.
  • Duncan died on July 14, 1998, and was buried at Arlington National Cemetery.

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