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Joseph Henry graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Class of 1949. He retired as a U. S. Air Force Colonel.

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Lieutenant Colonel

    Regiment:

    315th Special Operations Wing

    Action Date:

    May 12, 1968

    Headquarters, 7th Air Force, Special Order G-2735 (September 3, 1968)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Lieutenant Colonel Joseph Robert Henry (AFSN: 0-18413), United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving with the 315th Special Operations Wing, on 12 May 1968 in Southeast Asia. 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 United States Air Force.