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Wesley
Lewis
Rumble
POW (RVN)
July 18, 1943

–

Born:

Claremont

, 

California

Home:

Oroville

, 

California

Wesley Rumble was interned as a Prisoner of War in North Vietnam after he was shot down on April 28, 1968, and was held until he accepted an EARLY RELEASE on August 5, 1969.

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Captain

    Batallion:

    389th Tactical Fighter Squadron

    Action Date:

    March 4, 1968

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain Wesley Lewis Rumble, United States Air Force, for heroism while participating in aerial flight as an F-4D Pilot of the 389th Tactical Fighter Squadron, as an F-4D pilot in Southeast Asia on 4 March 1968. On that date, Captain Rumble pre-planned a hazardous night mission, and successfully navigated his flight on an armed reconnaissance of a heavily defended highway used to transport materials. Braving intense hostile fire, Captain Rumble was instrumental in inflicting heavy damage to the road as well as to supplies being shipped and stored along the highway. The outstanding heroism and selfless devotion to duty displayed by Captain Rumble reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Major

    Batallion:

    389th Tactical Fighter Squadron

    Action Date:

    Vietnam War

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Major Wesley Lewis Rumble, United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as an F-4D Pilot of the 389th Tactical Fighter Squadron, in action against the enemy over Southeast Asia in 1967/1968. His professional competence, aerial skill, and devotion to duty under all conditions serve as an inspiration to his fellow flyers. His actions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Major

    Batallion:

    389th Tactical Fighter Squadron

    Action Date:

    Vietnam War

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Major Wesley Lewis Rumble, United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as an F-4D Pilot of the 389th Tactical Fighter Squadron, in action against the enemy over Southeast Asia in 1967/1968. His professional competence, aerial skill, and devotion to duty under all conditions serve as an inspiration to his fellow flyers. His actions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Major

    Batallion:

    389th Tactical Fighter Squadron

    Action Date:

    Vietnam War

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918 (amended by an act of July 25, 1963), takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Major Wesley Lewis Rumble, United States Air Force, for gallantry in connection with military operations against an opposing armed force in Southeast Asia. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Air Force.

  • Prisoner of War Medal

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Major

    Division:

    Prisoner of War (North Vietnam)

    Action Date:

    April 28, 1968 – August 5, 1969

    Major Wesley Lewis Rumble, United States Air Force, was held as a Prisoner of War in North Vietnam from April 28, 1968 until his release on August 5, 1969.