Air Force Cross
Americannoun
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On April 22, 1966, he undertook the mission that would earn him the Air Force Cross, the branch’s second-highest military decoration after the Medal of Honor.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 1, 2022
For his bravery and self-sacrifice, he was posthumously awarded the Air Force Cross, which, some 30 years later, was upgraded to a more prestigious Medal of Honor.
From Washington Post • Jan. 22, 2020
Air Force active duty, was awarded the Air Force Cross for actions on May 4, 2010, while serving as a Special Tactics Officer.
From Washington Times • Jun. 3, 2014
In addition to the Medal of Honor, the nation’s highest award for valor, he was awarded the Air Force Cross, the highest combat award specifically for airmen.
From New York Times • Jul. 28, 2013
After being promoted to squadron leader in January 1980, he was awarded an Air Force Cross in 1983 for his role in landing a severely damaged aircraft while instructing a trainee.
From BBC • Apr. 22, 2013
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