William J. Wheeler

William John Wheeler (11 January 1920 in Johannesburg - Missing in action 23 January 1944) was a South African Major in the South African Air Force during World War II. A native of Johannesburg, in the Transvaal / South Africa, William Wheeler was born on January 11, 1920. He joined the Squadron 1 / SAAF in North Africa in March 1942. On April 11, he was transferred to Squadron 4 / SAAF where he Flight Commander becomes in the fall of 1942, winning three victories in air combat during his first tour of operations. After a brief period of rest, he resumed his post June 24, 1943 and became commander of the unit temporarily in October following the departure of the commander in office. It is confirmed in this position on January 21 but two days later, on 23, he was reported missing during a mission in Italy.

Awards

 * Pilot Badge