Melbourne Kimsey was commissioned through the Reserve Officer Training Corps program in 1953 upon graduation from the University of Georgia. He retired in 1983 as a U.S. Air Force Brigadier General.
Sponsored by:
Melbourne
Kimsey
1930
–
Born:
Danielsville
,
Georgia
Home:
Danielsville
,
Georgia
Awards Received
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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
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Legion of Merit
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Legion of Merit
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Soldier’s Medal
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Legion of Merit
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General Melbourne Kimsey, United States Air Force, was awarded the Air Force Distinguished Service Medal for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Kimsey and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General Melbourne Kimsey, United States Air Force, was awarded a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Legion of Merit for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Kimsey and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General Melbourne Kimsey, United States Air Force, was awarded a Second Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Third Award of the Legion of Merit for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Kimsey and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
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Soldier’s Medal
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General Melbourne Kimsey, United States Air Force, was awarded the Soldier’s Medal for heroism at the risk of life not involving conflict with an armed enemy.
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General Melbourne Kimsey, 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. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Kimsey and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
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Distinguished Flying Cross
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
ColonelBatallion:
306th Tactical Fighter SquadronDivision:
Tuy Hoa Air Base, Republic of VietnamAction Date:
Vietnam War
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Colonel Melbourne Kimsey, United States Air Force, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as an F-100 Pilot and Commander of the 306th Tactical Fighter Squadron, Tuy Hoa Air Base, Republic of Vietnam, in action against the enemy during 211 combat missions over Southeast Asia from 1970 to 1971. 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.