George B. Simler
George Brenner Simler (February 16, 1921 – September 9, 1972) was a United States Air Force general, who served as commander of the U.S. Air Force's Air Training Command.
George B. Simler | |
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General George B. Simler (pictured as Lieutenant General) | |
| Born | February 16, 1921 Johnstown, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Died | September 9, 1972 (aged 51) Randolph Air Force Base, Texas, U.S. |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Air Force |
| Years of service | 1942–1972 |
| Rank | General (posthumous) |
| Commands held | Air Training Command |
| Battles/wars | World War II Vietnam War |
| Awards | Legion of Merit (2) Distinguished Flying Cross (2) Air Medal (12) Purple Heart |
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