William Nuckols entered military service as a flying cadet in 1931, but left the service in 1934 for the private sector. He was recalled to active service in 1938. After serving in the Army Air Forces in World War II, he transferred to the U.S. Air Force when it became a separate branch of service in 1947. He retired in 1958 as a U.S. Air Force Brigadier General.
Sponsored by:
William
Preston
Nuckols
1905
–
May 5, 1981
Born:
Atlantic City
,
New Jersey
Awards Received
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Legion of Merit
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General William Preston Nuckols, United States Air Force, was awarded the Legion of Merit for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Nuckols and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.