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Fruechting, Theodore

Nationality:
American (1776 - present, Republic)

Biography

Commander Fruechting was pilot of a Lockheed Ventura PV-1 submarine hunter.

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Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Rank:
Lieutenant
Unit:
Patrol Bombing Squadron Squadron 149 (VPB-149), U.S. Navy
For combat actions occurring during period of March 25 - June 29, 1945 in the Asiatic/Pacific area.
Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC)
Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)

Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster
Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC)

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