Carl E. Smith
![Carl E. Smith](/app/uploads/5379/soledad-plaque-place-holder.webp)
Era | WWII |
---|---|
Branch | U.S. Navy |
Rank | Lieutenant Commander |
Military Decorations | Distinguished Flying Cross |
Wall | F |
Wall Side | 1 |
Row | 3 |
Plaque Number | 16 |
VF-14 (Iron Eagles)
Luzon-Bonin Islands-Philippines
Distinguished Flying Cross (5 awarded), Air Medal (18 awarded)
A Navy Ace who served our country for 20 years, led the first carrier based fighter squadron against North Korea. No planes were lost under his command.
Plaque Wall Map
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