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(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, 20 July 1942, takes pleasure in presenting the Legion of Merit to Colonel (Cavalry) John Bellinger Bellinger, Jr., United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States with Headquarters, United States Army, Vietnam, from 1971 to 1972. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Bellinger and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Army.

Awards Received

  • Defense Superior Service Medal

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Colonel (Cavalry)

    Action Date:

    1976 – 1977
    United States Military Academy Register of Graduates

    Under the provisions of Department of Defense 1348.33-M, the Secretary of Defense of the United States of America takes pleasure in awarding the Defense Superior Service Medal to Colonel (Cavalry) John Bellinger, Jr., United States Army, for exceptionally superior service to the Department of Defense in the Chief of Strategy Division, Office of the Secretary of Defense, from 1976 to 1977. The distinctive accomplishments of Colonel (Cavalry) Bellinger reflect great credit upon himself, the United States Army, and the Department of Defense.

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Colonel (Cavalry)

    Action Date:

    1972 – 1976
    United States Military Academy Register of Graduates

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, 20 July 1942, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Legion of Merit to Colonel (Cavalry) John Bellinger Bellinger, Jr., United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States with Plans, Office of the Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations, Department of the Army, from 1972 to 1976. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Bellinger and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Army.