Joe Foss was an American fighter pilot and Medal of Honor recipient who was born on April 17, 1915 in South Dakota. During World War II, he was recognized for his bravery during the Guadalcanal Campaign and was awarded the Medal of Honor. After the war, he became a television personality, hosting ABC television's The American Sportsman from 1964 to 1967.
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Age, Biography and Wiki
💰 Net worth: $4 Million (2024)
About
Fighter pilot who received the Medal of Honor during World War II for his efforts during the Guadalcanal Campaign. He was also a television personality who hosted ABC television's The American Sportsman from 1964 to 1967.
Before Fame
He got his first taste of aviation when he visited a local airfield to see Charles Lindbergh, who was on tour with his aircraft.
Trivia
He was the first commissioner of the American Football League as well as the 20th Governor of South Dakota.
Family Life
He took over his family's farm when he was only 17 after his father was electrocuted to death in a freak accident.
Associated With
He received the prestigious Medal of Honor from President Franklin D. Roosevelt.