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Awards Received

  • Airman’s Medal

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Colonel

    Action Date:

    November 20, 1962

    Department of the Air Force, Special Orders No. G-116 (August 29, 1963)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting the Airman’s Medal to Colonel Donald Alexander (AFSN: 8475A), United States Air Force, for heroism not involving actual conflict with an enemy of the United States on 20 November 1962. The exemplary courage and heroism displayed by Colonel Alexander, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.