Gabreski was also credited with 6.5 kills in the Korean War. He was one of only 7 US pilots to be an ace in 2 wars. Gabreski served in the military for 26 years.
Gabby and Kay were married for 48 years and had 9 children. 2 of their sons graduated from the US Air Force academy and were pilots. Their daughter-in-law Terry L. Gabreski was promoted to lieutenant general in August 2005.
Read Martin Caidin’s book “Thunderbolt” for information about the 56th Fighter Group (Zemke’s Wolfpack) with aces Robert Johnson and Gabby Grabreski.
Thanks for the additional details on this wonderful American family!