The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Air Force Distinguished Service Medal to Brigadier General George Brenner Simler (ASN: 0-791733), United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States as Deputy Chief of Staff, Plans and Operations, Headquarters, SEVENTH Air Force, from 24 April 1965 to 15 July 1966. In this important assignment, the forceful leadership, and the outstanding and dedicated efforts of General Simler were significantly displayed in the tactical development of United States and Allied Operational Air Forces within Southeast Asia. General Simler’s accomplishments in a most unusual combat and political situation involved the exercise of authority and judgment in matters which have decided the successful outcome of many military operations within Southeast Asia. General Simler’s achievements in this important assignment are in keeping with the highest standards of performance and traditions of the military service, and reflect favorably upon himself and the United States Air Force.
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Awards Received
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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
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Legion of Merit
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Legion of Merit
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
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United States Air ForceRank:
Major GeneralAction Date:
August 15, 1966 – July 31, 1969
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Air Force Distinguished Service Medal to Major General George Brenner Simler (ASN: 0-791733), United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States. General Simler distinguished himself as Deputy Director and Director of Operations, Deputy Chief of Staff Plans and Operations, Headquarters United States Air Force, from 15 August 1966 to 31 July 1969. In these important assignments, the forceful leadership and the outstanding and dedicated efforts of General Simler were vital factors in the capability of the Air Force to successfully meet its worldwide challenges and commitments, specifically those involving the vast Pacific area where the United States policies and principles of freedom are being stoutly defended in Southeast Asia. His understanding of the politico-military implications involved in relating aerospace power to national objectives, coupled with an extensive background in the formulation and articulation of policies, concepts, and doctrines enabled him to make significant contributions to the defense interests of the free world by the accomplishments of collateral action is of the most eminent national and international significance. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Simler reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
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Legion of Merit
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 George Brenner Simler (ASN: 0-791733), United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States from 1 July 1956 to 30 June 1957, as Commander, 355th Fighter Group, McGhee-Tyson Airport, Knoxville, Tennessee. Throughout Colonel Simler’s tenure of command, his outstanding attributes of leadership, ability and selfless devotion to duty were consistently displayed in all phases of operations. In maintaining an exceptionally high degree of operational capability, the accomplishments of his organization were significantly demonstrated by such highly important characteristics as a very low AOCP/ANTE rate; the attainment of 100% operational ready status for all F-86D pilots; the qualifying of both squadrons for the Air Defense Command “A” Award and the continuance of an enviable flying safety record. The singularly distinctive contributions of Colonel Simler to the security of the nation reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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United States Army Air ForcesRank:
Captain (Air Corps)Batallion:
451st Bombardment SquadronRegiment:
322d Bombardment Group (M)Division:
9th Air ForceAction Date:
World War II
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Captain (Air Corps) George Brenner Simler (ASN: 0-791733), United States Army Air Forces, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight with the 451st Bombardment Squadron, 322d Bombardment Group (M), NINTH Air Force, during World War II. 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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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Colonel George Brenner Simler (ASN: 0-791733), 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 Simler 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
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United States Army Air ForcesRank:
Captain (Air Corps)Batallion:
451st Bombardment SquadronRegiment:
322d Bombardment Group (M)Division:
9th Air ForceAction Date:
December 31, 1943
Headquarters, 9th Air Force, General Orders No. 35 (February 19, 1944)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 Captain (Air Corps) George Brenner Simler (ASN: 0-791733), United States Army Air Forces, for outstanding and meritorious achievement while participating in aerial flight against the enemy on 31 December 1943. Captain Simler piloted the lead plane in a large formation of B-26 type aircraft against heavily defended installations in occupied Europe. As the formation approached the objective, it encountered heavy concentrations of ground fire, and a burst of flak pierced the left engine of Captain Simler’s plane. Without hesitation, Captain Simler, feathering the disabled engine, continued the bombing run, maintaining the lead of the formation until the bombs were released. By his tenacious devotion to duty and his superior flying skill, Captain Simler ensured the success of the mission, and his fearless leadership is exemplary of the highest traditions of the Army Air Forces.