Merton Baker enlisted in the Army Air Forces in 1943. After serving in the World War II, he transferred to the U.S. Air Force when it became a separate branch of service in 1947. He retired in 1981 as a U.S. Air Force Major General.
Sponsored by:
Merton
Wayne
Baker
1924
–
October 17, 2000
Born:
Tomahawk
,
Wisconsin
Home:
Evansville
,
Wisconsin
Awards Received
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Legion of Merit
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General Merton Wayne Baker, 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 Commander of the Air Force Contract Management Division, Air Force Systems Command, Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico, from 1977 to 1979. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Baker culminate a long and distinguished career in the service of his country and his dedicated contributions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
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Distinguished Flying Cross
Service:
United States Army Air ForcesRank:
First Lieutenant (Air Corps)Regiment:
829th Bombardment GroupAction Date:
World War II
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: First Lieutenant (Air Corps) Merton Wayne Baker, United States Army Air Forces, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as a B-24 Bomber Pilot of the3 829th Bombardment Group, in the Mediterranean Theater of Action during World War II. His devotion to duty and courage under all conditions serve as an inspiration to his fellow flyers. His actions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.