The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Army Distinguished Service Medal to Major General Follett Bradley (ASN: 0-3195), United States Army Air Forces, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States as Commanding General of the FIRST Air Force from June 1942 to June 1943. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Major General Bradley 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 Army Air Forces.
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Awards Received
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Silver Star
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Distinguished Flying Cross
Service:
United States Army Air ForcesRank:
Major GeneralDivision:
1st Air ForceAction Date:
June 1942 – June 1943
War Department, General Orders No. 6 (February 8, 1943)(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General Follett Bradley (ASN: 0-3195), United States Army Air Forces, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as Commanding General of the FIRST Air Force from June 1942 to June 1943. His devotion to duty and courage under all conditions serve as an inspiration to his fellow flyers. His actions on all these occasions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.
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Silver Star
Service:
United States Army Air ForcesRank:
Captain (Infantry)Action Date:
World War I
War Department General Orders No. 98 (August 2, 1919)By direction of the President, under the provisions of the act of Congress approved July 9, 1918 (Bul. No. 43, W.D., 1918), Captain Follett Bradley United States Navy, is cited by the Commanding General, American Expeditionary Forces., for gallantry in action and a silver star may be placed upon the ribbon of the Victory Medals awarded him.