Arthur Chin
Arthur Tien Chin (Chinese: 陳瑞鈿; pinyin: Chén Ruìdiàn, Cantonese: Chan Sui-Tin; October 23, 1913 – September 3, 1997) was a pilot from the United States who participated in the Second Sino-Japanese War. Chin was compelled to defend his father's homeland when Japan invaded China. He was part of the first group of U.S. volunteer combat aviators. Chin is recognized as the United States' first flying ace in World War II.
Arthur Chin | |
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Arthur Chin | |
| Nickname(s) | Art |
| Born | October 23, 1913 Portland, Oregon, U.S. |
| Died | September 3, 1997 (aged 83) Portland, Oregon, U.S. |
| Allegiance | Republic of China United States of America |
| Service/ | Canton Provincial Air Force, National Revolutionary Army |
| Years of service | 1933–1945 |
| Rank | Major |
| Battles/wars | Second Sino-Japanese War/World War II |
| Awards | Distinguished Flying Cross Air Medal |
| Spouse(s) | Eva Wu † Frances Murdoch Vivienne Yang |
| Other work | Airline pilot, China National Aviation Corporation |
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