(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General William Earl Masterson (AFSN: FR-29401), 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 Masterson 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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Awards Received
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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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Distinguished Flying Cross
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
MajorBatallion:
22d Tactical Air Support SquadronAction Date:
March 5, 1967
Headquarters, 7th Air Force, Special Orders No. G-82 (January 9, 1968)(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major William E. Masterson (AFSN: FR-29401), United States Air Force, was awarded a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving with the 22d Tactical Air Support Squadron in action against the enemy over Southeast Asia on 5 March 1967. 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.
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General William Earl Masterson (AFSN: FR-29401), 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 Masterson 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:
MajorBatallion:
22d Tactical Air Support SquadronAction Date:
Vietnam War
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major William Earl Masterson (AFSN: FR-29401), United States Air Force, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving with the 22d Tactical Air Support Squadron in action against the enemy during more than 500 combat missions over Southeast Asia from 1967 to 1968. 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.