Jack E. Conger
Jack E. Conger | |
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Conger, c. 1944, following his promotion to major | |
| Birth name | Jack Eugene Conger |
| Born | April 6, 1921 Orient, Iowa, U.S. |
| Died | April 22, 2006 (aged 85) Havelock, North Carolina, U.S. |
| Buried | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch | United States Marine Corps |
| Service years | 1941–1964 |
| Rank | Colonel |
| Conflicts | World War II Korean War |
| Awards | Navy Cross Distinguished Flying Cross (2) Air Medal (5) |
Jack Eugene Conger (April 6, 1921 – April 22, 2006) was a highly decorated United States Marine Corps officer. He was a flying ace credited with shooting down ten enemy aircraft and was awarded the Navy Cross during World War II.