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Air Medal

American  

noun

  1. an award for heroism or meritorious action involving an aerial military operation: personnel from any branch of the U.S. armed forces are eligible.


Etymology

Origin of Air Medal

Authorized by Congress in 1942

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He 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 31, 2024

He was posthumously awarded the Air Medal and Navy Cross.

From Fox News May 31, 2021

His military decorations include four awards of the Air Medal.

From Washington Post Apr. 23, 2019

He became an ace, with 15 1/2 kills to his credit and earned multiple clusters on his Distinguished Flying Cross and Air Medal.

From Washington Times Apr. 2, 2017

He was awarded the Air Medal and the Purple Heart.

From New York Times Jul. 23, 2015

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