Arval J. Roberson

Arval J. Roberson (1923–2007) was a United States Air Force officer who was a fighter ace during World War II with the 362nd Fighter Squadron and the last commander of Otis Air Force Base.[1][2]

Arval J. Roberson
Nickname(s)Robie
Born(1923-11-14)November 14, 1923
Crown Pt., Indiana, US
DiedDecember 7, 2007(2007-12-07) (aged 84)
Kilmarnock, Virginia, US
Buried
Cape Cod, Massachusetts, US
AllegianceUnited States
Service/branchUnited States Air Force
Years of service1942-1973
Rank Colonel
Commands held
Battles/wars
AwardsDistinguished Flying Cross
Bronze Star Medal

References

  1. Gold, Robert (13 May 2008). "Military funeral grants final wish for Air Force base commander". Cape Cod Times. Archived from the original on 16 January 2014. Retrieved 15 January 2014.
  2. Perret, Geoffrey (1997). Winged Victory: The Army Air Forces in World War II (1st pbk. ed.). New York: Random House. ISBN 0375750479.
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