Chesley G. Peterson

Major General Chesley G. Peterson (August 10, 1920 – January 28, 1990) was a career officer in the United States Air Force, and a flying ace of the United States Army Air Forces (USAAF) in World War II. As a fighter pilot in the European theater, he is best known for his time as the commander of the famous 4th Fighter Group during 1942–1943. At 23, he was the youngest colonel in the USAAF.

Chesley G. Peterson
Major General Chesley G. Peterson
Nickname(s)Pete
Born(1920-08-10)August 10, 1920
Salmon, Idaho
DiedJanuary 28, 1990(1990-01-28) (aged 69)
Riverside, California
AllegianceUnited Kingdom
United States
Service/branchRoyal Air Force
United States Army Air Forces
United States Air Force
Years of service1937–1939
1940–1970
RankMajor General
Commands held8th Tactical Fighter Wing
48th Fighter Bomber Wing
137th Fighter Bomber Group
4th Fighter Group
No. 71 Squadron RAF
Battles/warsWorld War II
AwardsDistinguished Service Cross
Legion of Merit (2)
Purple Heart
Air Medal (3)
Distinguished Service Order (United Kingdom)
Distinguished Flying Cross (United Kingdom)
Legion of Honor (France)
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