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Joseph C. Clifton
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Joseph C. Clifton (October 31, 1908 ā December 24, 1967) was a naval officer and aviator of the United States Navy in World War II, ultimately advancing to the rank of rear admiral before his retirement in 1963.
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Joseph Clinton Clifton | |
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![]() Lt.Cdr. Joseph C. Clifton in his F2A Buffalo, August 1942 | |
Nickname(s) | Jumping Joe |
Born | (1908-10-31)October 31, 1908 Paducah, Kentucky |
Died | December 24, 1967(1967-12-24) (aged 59) Santa Monica, California |
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Years of service | 1930ā1963 |
Rank | Rear admiral |
Commands held | Fighter Squadron 12 Air Group 12 Wasp (CV-18) Transport Squadron 8 Corson (AVP-37) Carrier Division 7 |
Battles/wars | World War II Korean War |
Awards | Distinguished Flying Cross (2) Legion of Merit (2) Air Medal Distinguished Service Order (UK) |
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