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James Roy Andersen
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| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Army Air Forces |
| Years of service | 1926-1945 |
| Rank | Brigadier General |
| Battles/wars | World War II |
| Awards | Legion of Merit |
Brigadier General James Roy Andersen is a deceased United States Army Air Forces officer. He was declared killed in action after an aircraft accident on 26 February 1945 over the Pacific Ocean.
General Andersen was born on May 10, 1904, in Racine, Wisconsin.
He was commissioned in the United States Army after graduating from the United States Military Academy, West Point in 1926. Earned his wings in 1936. Director of training at Army Air Force Basic Advanced Flying School March 1942-June 1943. With Plans Division of War Department General Staff June 1943-August 1944. At headquarters of Army Air Forces in Pacific Ocean Areas August 1944-February 1945. Brigadier General in January 1945.
Andersen Air Force Base, Guam is named in his honor.
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