Clinton Leonard Jones

Lieutenant Clinton Leonard Jones, Jr. was an American World War I flying ace credited with eight aerial victories.

Clinton Leonard Jones, Jr.
Clinton Leonard Jones, 1918
Born(1892-01-01)1 January 1892
Ross, California, USA
Died22 June 1965(1965-06-22) (aged 73)
Sacramento, California, USA
Allegiance United States
Service/branchAir Service, United States Army
RankLieutenant
Unit22nd Aero Squadron
Battles/wars World War I
AwardsDistinguished Service Cross with Oak Leaf Cluster

Clinton Jones was a late arrival to World War I, arriving at the 22nd Aero Squadron on 27 August 1918. However, from 4 September through 30 October, Jones scored eight victories; five solo, and three shared with Jacques Swaab, James Beane, Arthur Raymond Brooks, and F. D. Tyndall.

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