George Augustus Vaughn Jr.
George Augustus Vaughn Jr. (May 20, 1897 – July 31, 1989) was an American fighter ace in World War I and Distinguished Service Cross, Britain's Distinguished Flying Cross, and Silver Star recipient. Vaughn was America's second-ranking Air Service ace to survive the war.
George Augustus Vaughn Jr. | |
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Lt. George A. Vaughn Jr., 17th Aero Squadron. Distinguished Service Cross. | |
| Born | May 20, 1897 Brooklyn, New York |
| Died | July 31, 1989 (aged 92) Staten Island, New York |
| Place of burial | Staten Island, New York |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Army Air Service |
| Rank | Lieutenant |
| Battles/wars | World War I |
| Awards | Distinguished Service Cross Distinguished Flying Cross Silver Star |
| Other work | Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology |
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