Loren G. McCollom
Loren G. McCollom | |
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Lieutenant Colonel Loren G. McCollom with his P-47 Thunderbolt | |
| Nickname(s) | Mac |
| Born | April 15, 1914 Ritzville, Washington, US |
| Died | May 15, 1982 (aged 68) |
| Branch | United States Army Air Forces United States Air Force |
| Years of service | 1939–1968 |
| Commands | 61st Fighter Squadron 353rd Fighter Group 67th Tactical Reconnaissance Group |
| Awards | Silver Star Legion of Merit Distinguished Flying Cross Bronze Star Air Medal |
Loren G. McCollom (April 15, 1915 – May 15, 1982) was a fighter pilot during World War II and a major general in the United States Air Force. He flew a P-47 Thunderbolt based in England and was shot down over France in November 1943 and was a prisoner of war. He was commander of the 67th Tactical Reconnaissance Group during the Korean War.