Louis L. Wilson Jr.

1919–2010 (age 91)

Air Force general

Biography

Louis L. Wilson Jr. spent a distinguished career in the United States Air Force, rising to the rank of general and helping oversee logistics and materiel support that kept global operations in motion.

He championed readiness and innovation within the service, mentoring officers and ensuring the Air Force could meet evolving challenges, and he rests at the United States Air Force Academy Cemetery.

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