The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 8, 1918 (amended by act of July 25, 1963), takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Captain Joseph K. Glenn, United States Air Force, for gallantry in connection with military operations against an opposing armed force as Pilot of a C-130 aircraft, in action at Dak To Airfield, Republic of Vietnam, on 15 November 1967. While his aircraft was on the ground the airfield came under heavy attack by hostile forces. During the attack, two adjacent aircraft received direct hits and were burning with nearby ammunition in danger of exploding and destroying another aircraft. Disregarding his own personal safety, in the face of extreme danger, Captain Glenn immediately left the safety of a bunker and proceeded to his aircraft. He then started engines and taxied the aircraft to a safe location. By his gallantry and devotion to duty, Captain Glenn has reflected great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
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Awards Received
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Legion of Merit
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Legion of Merit
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General Joseph K. Glenn, 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 Glenn 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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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General Joseph K. Glenn, 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 Glenn 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
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Captain Joseph K. Glenn, United States Air Force, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as Pilot of a C-130 aircraft in action over Southeast Asia from 1968 to 1969. 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.