William H. Pitsenbarger
United States Air Force Medal of Honor recipient
Died when: 21 years 277 days (261 months)Star Sign: Cancer
William Hart Pitsenbarger (July 8, 1944 – April 11, 1966) was a United States Air Force Pararescueman who flew on almost 300 rescue missions during the Vietnam War to aid downed soldiers and pilots.
On April 11, 1966, he was killed aiding and defending a unit of soldiers pinned down by an enemy assault during the Vietnam War.
Before his death, he helped save over 60 men in the battle.He was posthumously awarded the Air Force Cross, which was later upgraded to the Medal of Honor.
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