John Ackerman graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Class of 1936. After serving in the Army Air Forces in World War II, he transferred to the U.S. Air Force when it became a separate branch of service in 1947. He retired in 1960 as a U.S. Air Force Major General.
Sponsored by:
John
Bevier
Ackerman
1909
–
June 13, 1981
Born:
Auburn
,
New York
Home:
Watertown
,
New York
Awards Received
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Legion of Merit
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General John Bevier Ackerman, United States Air Force, was awarded the Legion of Merit for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States, culminating as Deputy Commander, Air Force Security Service, San Antonio, Texas, from 1958 to 1960. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Ackerman culminate a long and distinguished career in the service of his country and his dedicated contributions in the Service of his Country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.