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(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.

Awards Received

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Major General

    Action Date:

    1977 – 1979

    (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.