George Hardy (Tuskegee Airman)

George Hardy (born June 8, 1925) is an American retired pilot and military officer. In World War II Hardy served with the Tuskegee Airmen and flew 21 combat missions. In the Korean War he flew 45 combat mission as the pilot of a bomber. In the Vietnam War Hardy flew 70 combat missions piloting an AC-119K gunship.

Lieutenant Colonel

George Hardy
Birth nameGeorge Edward Hardy
Born (1925-06-08) June 8, 1925
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Allegiance United States
Service/branchUnited States Army Air Force
Years of service1943–1971
RankLieutenant Colonel
Unit332nd Fighter Group
Awards
Spouse(s)2nd wife Bonnie
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