Clarence W. Dart, Sr. (6 December 1920 – 17 February 2012) (WIA) was a World War II fighter pilot and member of the Tuskegee Airmen. During World War II. Dart was shot down twice earning two purple hearts. He was the recipient of the Distinguished Flying Cross award.
Clarence W. Dart, Sr. | |
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Born | Elmira, New York | 6 December 1920
Died | 17 February 2012 Saratoga Springs, New York | (aged 91)
Allegiance | United States of America |
Service/ | United States Army Air Forces United States Air Force |
Years of service | 1943–? |
Rank | Captain Lieutenant Colonel (post war) |
Unit | 12th Air Force (45 missions) 15th Air Force (50 missions) New York Air National Guard |
Battles/wars | World War II |
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He flew a total of 95 missions, and was shot down twice, earning two Purple Hearts. Dart died 17 February 2012 in Saratoga Springs, New York.[2][3]
Clarence was Emeritus on The Salvation Army Saratoga Springs, New York Advisory Board in which he has served since November 11, 1963.