Air Force Cross
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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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
Chapman, a father of two daughters, in 2003 was posthumously awarded an Air Force Cross, a recognition of valor second only to the Medal of Honor, for his initial charge atop the mountain.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 27, 2016
Sergeant Chapman, a father of two daughters, in 2003 was posthumously awarded an Air Force Cross, a recognition of valor second only to the Medal of Honor, for his initial charge atop the mountain.
From New York Times ● Aug. 27, 2016
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
Lt Cdr Higgins was decorated with the Air Force Cross for services during the rescue of 31 mariners from a sinking merchant ship.
From BBC ● Jun. 28, 2011
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