William Howard Stovall, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

William Howard Stovall

American flying ace

Date of Birth: 18-Feb-1895

Place of Birth: Stovall, Mississippi, United States

Date of Death: 11-May-1970

Profession: flying ace

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Aquarius

Lieutenant (later Colonel) William Howard Stovall (18 February 1895 - 11 May 1970) began his military career as a World War I flying ace credited with six aerial victories.
He went on to become a successful businessman before serving in World War II.
On the latter occasion, he served once again with fellow aerial combat veterans from World War I, Frank O'Driscoll Hunter and Carl Spaatz.
He also suffered the loss of his namesake son in aerial battle. Upon return from the war, Stovall won awards for his agricultural expertise.
He died in his sleep at home, aged 75.