Age, Biography and Wiki
Robert J. Rankin ("Shorty") was born on 23 October, 1915 in Washington, D.C., is a fighter. Discover Robert J. Rankin's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is He in this year and how He spends money? Also learn how He earned most of networth at the age of 98 years old?
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"Shorty" |
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| Age |
98 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Libra |
| Born |
23 October, 1915 |
| Birthday |
23 October |
| Birthplace |
Washington, D.C. |
| Date of death |
(2013-03-14) |
| Died Place |
Jensen Beach, Florida |
| Nationality |
United States |
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Robert J. Rankin Height, Weight & Measurements
At 98 years old, Robert J. Rankin height not available right now. We will update Robert J. Rankin's Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible.
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Dating & Relationship status
He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.
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Robert J. Rankin Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Robert J. Rankin worth at the age of 98 years old? Robert J. Rankin’s income source is mostly from being a successful fighter. He is from United States. We have estimated
Robert J. Rankin's net worth
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| Net Worth in 2023 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2022 |
Pending |
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Under Review |
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| Source of Income |
fighter |
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Timeline
On March 14, 2013, Robert J. Rankin died in his winter home in Jensen Beach, Florida. His body was subsequently cremated.
After World War II, Rankin transferred to the United States Air Force. He flew more combat missions with the 4th Fighter Interceptor Wing during the Korean War. Rankin was promoted to colonel in 1963, later taking part in the Vietnam War. He retired from the Air Force on April 1, 1973.
In August, Second Lieutenant Rankin was assigned to the 61st Fighter Squadron, 56th Fighter Group, Eight Air Force, at RAF Halesworth in Suffolk, England. On February 6, 1944, Rankin claimed his first aerial victory, shooting down a German Me109 over Paris, France.
First Lieutenant Rankin would finally claim ace status on May 12, 1944. Rankin was leading a flight of P-47 Thunderbolts ahead of a bomber force in Germany. While near Marburg, the flight engaged several dozen Me109s, and Rankin shot three of them out of the air. Upon downing the third one, his group commander, Lieutenant Colonel Hubert Zemke, radioed for help as German planes were on his tail. Rankin and his wingmen flew to Zemke's position, where Rankin shot down two more planes and damaged two others.
First Lieutenant Rankin became the first member of the 56th Fighter Group and first P-47 pilot to claim "ace in a day." He was also awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for his actions that day. On June 7, 1944, Rankin claimed his 10th and final victory of the war.
Robert James Rankin (October 23, 1915 – March 14, 2013) was a United States Air Force colonel. During World War II, he became a flying ace with the United States Army Air Forces credited with 10 aerial victories, including five in a single day, for which he was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross.
Robert J. Rankin was born on October 23, 1915, in Washington, D.C. Rankin enlisted into the United States Army Air Corps on March 6, 1941. On July 15, 1942, he became an aviation cadet in the newly formed Army Air Forces, graduating from flight training at Luke Field, Glendale, Arizona, on April 11, 1943.
