Early Life and Education of Bud Anderson: A Complete Timeline
An overview of the childhood and early education of Bud Anderson, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.
Clarence Emil "Bud" Anderson was a highly decorated officer in the United States Air Force and a triple ace of World War II. He distinguished himself as the highest-scoring flying ace in his P-51 Mustang squadron during the war, solidifying his place as a significant figure in aviation history.
January 13, 1922: Birth of Bud Anderson
On January 13, 1922, Clarence Emil "Bud" Anderson was born. He would later become a triple ace in the United States Air Force during World War II.
December 7, 1941: Pearl Harbor Attack
On December 7, 1941, during the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, Bud Anderson was working at the Sacramento Air Depot.
January 1942: Enlistment in the United States Army
In January 1942, shortly after the attack on Pearl Harbor, Bud Anderson enlisted in the United States Army as an aviation cadet.
September 1942: Receiving Wings and Commission
In September 1942, Bud Anderson received his wings and commission as a second lieutenant in the United States Army Air Forces at Hamilton Field, California.
February 23, 1945: Marriage to Eleanor Cosby
On February 23, 1945, Bud Anderson married Eleanor Cosby.
September 1954: Attendance at Air Command and Staff College
From September 1954, Bud Anderson attended Air Command and Staff College at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama.
August 1962: Attendance at the Army War College
From August 1962, Bud Anderson attended the Army War College at Carlisle Barracks, Pennsylvania.
July 1963: Completion of Army War College
In July 1963, Bud Anderson completed his studies at the Army War College at Carlisle Barracks, Pennsylvania.
March 1972: Retirement as Colonel
In March 1972, Bud Anderson retired as a colonel from the United States Air Force.
1972: Retirement from Air Force
In 1972, Bud Anderson retired from the Air Force as a full colonel.
January 30, 2015: Death of Eleanor Cosby Anderson
On January 30, 2015, Eleanor Cosby Anderson, Bud Anderson's wife, passed away in Auburn, California, just four days before her 92nd birthday.
January 2022: 100th Birthday
In January 2022, Bud Anderson turned 100 years old and was honored with a grand celebration in his hometown of Auburn.
May 17, 2024: Death of Bud Anderson
On May 17, 2024, Bud Anderson, a distinguished officer in the United States Air Force and a triple ace of World War II, passed away.
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