Harrison R. Thyng | |
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 Official photo of Brigadier General Harrison Thyng | |
| Nickname(s) | Harry |
| Born | April 12, 1918 Laconia, New Hampshire, U.S. |
| Died | September 24, 1983 (aged 65) Pittsfield, New Hampshire, U.S. |
| Buried | Riverview Cemetery Barnstead, New Hampshire |
| Allegiance |  United States of America |
| Service/ |  United States Air Force |
| Years of service | 1940–1966 |
| Rank |  Brigadier General |
| Unit | 31st Fighter Group 413th Fighter Group 4th Fighter-Interceptor Wing |
| Battles/wars | World War II Korean War |
| Awards | Silver Star (3) Legion of Merit (2) Distinguished Flying Cross (5) Air Medal (33) Purple Heart |
| Other work | US Senate candidate from New Hampshire |
Brigadier General Harrison Reed Thyng (April 12, 1918 – September 24, 1983) was a fighter pilot and a general in the United States Air Force (USAF). He is notable as one of only six USAF fighter pilots to be recognized as an ace in two wars. On retiring from the military, Thyng became a New Hampshire candidate to the United States Senate.
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