Thomas McGuire
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Summary
Thomas McGuire was born on August 1, 1920[1], in Ridgewood[2]. He died on January 7, 1945[3], in Negros[4]. He worked as an aircraft pilot[5] and military personnel[6]. He ranks in the top 0.72% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (842 views/month, #7,208 of 1,000,298).[7]
Key Facts
- Place of burial: Arlington National Cemetery[8]
- Country of citizenship: United States[9]
- Educated at: Georgia Tech[10]
- Award received: Distinguished Flying Cross[11], Medal of Honor[12], Purple Heart[13], Air Medal[14], Silver Star[15], National Aviation Hall of Fame[16], World War II Victory Medal[17], Aviation Hall of Fame and Museum of New Jersey[18]
- Member of: 475th Fighter Group (United States Army Air Forces)[19]
- Sex or gender: male[20]
- Military branch: United States Army Air Forces[21]
- Commons category: Thomas McGuire[22]
- Military, police or special rank: major[23]
- Participated in conflict: World War II[24]
- Family name: McGuire[25]
- Given name: Thomas[26], Buchanan[27]
- Manner of death: death in battle[28]
- Military casualty classification: killed in action[29]
- Date of burial or cremation: May 17, 1950[30]
Why It Matters
Thomas McGuire has Wikipedia articles in 10 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[31] He is known by 10 alternative names across languages and contexts.[32]
FAQs
Where was Thomas McGuire born?
Thomas McGuire's place of birth was Ridgewood[2].
Where did Thomas McGuire die?
Thomas McGuire died in Negros[4].
What did Thomas McGuire do for work?
Thomas McGuire worked as an aircraft pilot[5] and military personnel[6].
Where did Thomas McGuire go to school?
Thomas McGuire was educated at Georgia Tech[10].
What awards did Thomas McGuire receive?
Honors received include Distinguished Flying Cross[11], Medal of Honor[12], Purple Heart[13], and Air Medal[14].