Who commanded VMH-214 'Black Sheep' during World War II?

Who commanded VMH-214 'Black Sheep' during World War II?

• A. Chesty Puller
• B. Holland Smith
• C. Gregory Boyington
• D. Joseph Fossa

Answer: (C)

Gregory Boyington commanded VMF-214, the "Black Sheep," in World War II. He led the squadron during its famous Pacific campaigns and earned a place as one of the war’s top American air aces, credited with 28 aerial victories and awarded the Medal of Honor for his leadership and combat actions. The other figures were prominent Marine leaders in different roles—Chesty Puller and Holland Smith were senior generals in ground and amphibious operations, and Joseph Fossa did not command this unit. So the commander is Gregory Boyington.

Gregory Boyington commanded VMF-214, the "Black Sheep," in World War II. He led the squadron during its famous Pacific campaigns and earned a place as one of the war’s top American air aces, credited with 28 aerial victories and awarded the Medal of Honor for his leadership and combat actions. The other figures were prominent Marine leaders in different roles—Chesty Puller and Holland Smith were senior generals in ground and amphibious operations, and Joseph Fossa did not command this unit. So the commander is Gregory Boyington.