Ira C. Kepford
(1919-1987)
American flying ace
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Ira Cassius Kepford (May 29, 1919 – January 19, 1987) was an American flying ace of World War II who served with a land-based unit of the United States Navy. In 76 days of combat flying with the VF-17 "Jolly Rogers," he was credited with shooting down 16 enemy aircraft. At the close of his combat service in April 1944, Kepford was the Navy's leading ace.
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29 May 1919 Harvey, Illinois
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19 January 1987 (aged 67) Harbor Springs, Michigan
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| Zodiac | Gemini |
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