Evan Rosencrans graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Class of 1948. He retired in 1981 as a U.S. Air Force Lieutenant General.
Sponsored by:
Evan
William
Rosencrans
1926
–
May 8, 2007
Born:
,
Pennsylvania
Awards Received
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Legion of Merit
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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Defense Distinguished Service Medal
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Legion of Merit
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Legion of Merit
United States Military Academy Register of Graduates(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Lieutenant General Evan William Rosencrans, 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 with the 37th Tactical Fighter Wing in Southeast Asia, from 1968 to 1969. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Rosencrans 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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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
United States Military Academy Register of Graduates(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Lieutenant General Evan William Rosencrans, 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 as Commander, THIRD Air Force, United Kingdom, from 1973 to 1977. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Rosencrans 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:
MajorRegiment:
8th Fighter-Bomber GroupAction Date:
Korean War
United States Military Academy Register of Graduates(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major Evan William Rosencrans, United States Air Force, was awarded a Second Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Third Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as a Pilot in the 8th Fighter Bomber Group, in Korea, in 1951. 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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Distinguished Flying Cross
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
Lieutenant GeneralRegiment:
37th Tactical Fighter WingAction Date:
Vietnam War
United States Military Academy Register of Graduates(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Lieutenant General Evan William Rosencrans, United States Air Force, was awarded a Third Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Fourth Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States while serving with the 37th Tactical Fighter Wing in Southeast Asia, in 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.
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Distinguished Flying Cross
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
MajorRegiment:
8th Fighter-Bomber GroupAction Date:
Korean War
United States Military Academy Register of Graduates(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major Evan William Rosencrans, United States Air Force, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as a Pilot in the 8th Fighter Bomber Group, in Korea, in 1951. 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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Distinguished Flying Cross
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
MajorRegiment:
8th Fighter-Bomber GroupAction Date:
Korean War
United States Military Academy Register of Graduates(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major Evan William Rosencrans, 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 as a Pilot in the 8th Fighter Bomber Group, in Korea, in 1951. 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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Defense Distinguished Service Medal
United States Military Academy Register of GraduatesUnder the provisions of Executive Order 11545, July 9, 1970, the Secretary of Defense of the United States of America take pleasure in awarding the Defense Distinguished Service Medal to Lieutenant General Evan William Rosencrans, United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service contributing to national security and defense, in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, as Deputy Commander in Chief, United Nations Command, Korea, from 1979 to 1981. The distinctive accomplishments of General Rosencrans reflect great credit upon himself, the United States Air Force, and the Department of Defense.
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Legion of Merit
United States Military Academy Register of Graduates(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Lieutenant General Evan William Rosencrans, 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 as Commanding Officer, 354th Tactical Fighter Wing, from 1970 to 1971. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Rosencrans and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.