https://redstate.com/wardclark/2025/08/23/fearless-americas-last-ww2-navy-fighter-ace-passes-at-103-n2193158
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Donald McPherson, an F6F Hellcat pilot who flew off the aircraft carrier USS Essex, shot down five Japanese aircraft in air-to-air combat, earning him the title of "Ace" along with a Congressional Gold Medal (awarded in 2015) and three Distinguished Flying Crosses. On Saturday, news was released that he has passed away at the age of 103...
