George B. Simler

George B. Simler
General George B. Simler (pictured as Lieutenant General)
BornFebruary 16, 1921
Johnstown, Pennsylvania, U.S.
DiedSeptember 9, 1972(1972-09-09) (aged 51)
Randolph Air Force Base, Texas, U.S.
AllegianceUnited States of America
BranchUnited States Air Force
Service years1942–1972
RankGeneral (posthumous)
CommandsAir Training Command
ConflictsWorld War II
Vietnam War
AwardsLegion of Merit (2)
Distinguished Flying Cross (2)
Air Medal (12)
Purple Heart

George Brenner Simler (February 16, 1921 – September 9, 1972) was a United States Air Force general, who served as commander of the U.S. Air Force's Air Training Command.

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