W. Paul Thayer
American test pilot, flying ace, aviation executive and Deputy Secretary of Defense / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
William Paul Thayer (November 23, 1919 – May 6, 2010) was an American test pilot, flying ace, aviation executive, and United States Deputy Secretary of Defense during the Reagan Administration.
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W. Paul Thayer | |
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20th United States Deputy Secretary of Defense | |
In office January 12, 1983 – January 4, 1984 | |
President | Ronald Reagan |
Preceded by | Frank Carlucci |
Succeeded by | William Howard Taft IV |
Personal details | |
Born | William Paul Thayer (1919-11-23)November 23, 1919 Henryetta, Oklahoma |
Died | May 6, 2010(2010-05-06) (aged 90) |
Alma mater | University of Kansas |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch/service | United States Navy |
Years of service | 1941–1946 |
Rank | Lieutenant Commander |
Unit | Fighter Squadron 26 |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | Distinguished Flying Cross (3) Air Medal (10) |
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