User:Jim101/Zhang Jihui
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Zhang Jihui (Chinese: 张积慧; pinyin: Zhāng Jì Huí) was the Deputy Commander of the Chinese People's Liberation Army Air Force and a highly decorated fighter pilot during the Korean War. He became famous in China due to the death of American ace Major George Andrew Davis, Jr. He claimed a total of four victories during his service in Korea.
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![]() Zhang Jihui after four victories | |
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Years of service | 1945 - 1978 |
Commands held | 27th Aviation Division 1st Aviation Corps Deputy Commander, People's Liberation Army Air Force |
Battles/wars | Korean War |
Awards | Combat Hero (1st Class) Meritorious Service (Special Class) Meritorious Service (1st Class) Meritorious Service (2nd Class) Freedom and Independence Medal (2nd Class) |
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