William Branan entered military service through the aviation cadet program in 1943. 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 1976 as a U.S. Air Force Brigadier General.
Sponsored by:
William
C.
Branan
1924
–
February 16, 1988
Born:
Macon
,
Georgia
Home:
Sanford
,
Florida
Awards Received
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Legion of Merit
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General William C. Branan, 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 Southern Communications Area, Air Force Communications Service, with headquarters at Oklahoma City Air Force Station, Oklahoma, from 1974 to 1976. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Branan 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.