William Terry Badham

William Terry Badham
BornSeptember 27, 1895
Birmingham, Alabama, USA
DiedJune 6, 1991(1991-06-06) (aged 95)
Mentone, Alabama, USA
Buried
Elmwood Cemetery, Birmingham, Alabama Plot: Block 16
Allegiance United States
BranchAéronautique Militaire (France)
Air Service, United States Army
United States Army Air Forces
RankBrigadier General
UnitAéronautique Militaire
  • Escadrille AR.214
  • Escadrille BR.40
  • Escadrille BR.210

Air Service, United States Army

United States Army Air Forces

Battles / wars 
World War I
World War II
AwardsDistinguished Service Order

William Terry Badham was a World War I fighter ace credited with five victories. He was one of four Americans to earn the title of "Ace" as an observer/gunner during World War I.