Air Medal
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of Air Medal
Authorized by Congress in 1942
Example Sentences
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Fortson, a gunner aboard the AC-130J, earned an Air Medal with combat device, which is typically awarded after 20 flights in a combat zone or for conspicuous valor or achievement on a single mission.
From Seattle Times ● May 9, 2024
General McGee, who held many command posts through the years, received the Legion of Merit, the Distinguished Flying Cross, the Air Medal, the French Legion of Honor and the Bronze Star, among other decorations.
From New York Times ● Jan. 16, 2022
He was posthumously awarded the Air Medal and Navy Cross.
From Fox News ● May 31, 2021
On Christmas Day in 1943, he shot down a twin engine enemy reconnaissance plane near Kavieng, on the island of New Ireland, according to the citation for the Air Medal, which he was posthumously awarded.
From Washington Post ● Jul. 27, 2019
He was the recipient of the Military Air Medal, an award for meritorious achievement while participating in aerial combat.
From Washington Times ● Sep. 11, 2017
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