Captain Grover D. Gholson (1915-1994) Became A U.S. Army Air Forces ACE, Distinguished Flying Cross

Captain Grover D. Gholson (1915-1994) became a U.S. Army Air Forces ACE, credited with shooting down 5 enemy aircraft in aerial combat. (ASN: 0-431862), United States Army Air Forces, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as a P-38 Fighter Pilot of the 432d Fighter Squadron, 475th Fighter Group, FIFTH Air Force, in action against the enemy in aerial combat in the Pacific Theater of Operations during World War II. The skillful and zealous manner in which he has sought out the enemy and destroyed him, his devotion to duty and courage under all conditions serve as an inspiration to his fellow flyers. His actions on all these occasions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.

Reference: 303-003-DP
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