The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting a Fourth Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Fifth Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain (Air Corps) Clarence Emil Anderson (ASN: 0-730324), United States Army Air Forces, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a P-51 Fighter Pilot of the 363d Fighter Squadron, 357th Fighter Group, EIGHTH Air Force, as leader of a flight of fighter type aircraft on a combat operation in the vicinity of Berlin, Germany, on 27 November 1944. When superior forces of enemy aircraft were encountered, Major Anderson skillfully led his flight in assisting to disperse the enemy formations, personally destroying two enemy aircraft and probably destroying another. The courage, superior airmanship, and devotion to duty displayed by Major Anderson on this occasion reflect great credit upon himself and the Army Air Forces.
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Awards Received
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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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
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Legion of Merit
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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United States Army Air ForcesRank:
Captain (Air Corps)Batallion:
363d Fighter SquadronRegiment:
357th Fighter GroupDivision:
8th Air ForceAction Date:
May 6, 1944
Headquarters, 8th Fighter Command, General Orders No. 40 (July 11, 1944)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 Captain (Air Corps) Clarence Emil Anderson (ASN: 0-730324), United States Army Air Forces, for extraordinary achievement and heroism in aerial combat over enemy occupied Continental Europe while serving as a P-51 Fighter Pilot of the 363d Fighter Squadron, 357th Fighter Group, EIGHTH Air Force, in the destruction of one enemy airplane on 6 May 1944. The skillful and zealous manner in which Captain Anderson has sought out the enemy and destroyed him, his devotion to duty and courage, under all conditions serve as an inspiration to his fellow flyers. His actions on all these occasions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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United States Army Air ForcesRank:
Captain (Air Corps)Batallion:
363d Fighter SquadronRegiment:
357th Fighter GroupDivision:
8th Air ForceAction Date:
August 15, 1944
Headquarters, 8th Fighter Command, General Orders No. 72 (December 16, 1944)The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting a Third Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Fourth Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain (Air Corps) Clarence Emil Anderson (ASN: 0-730324), United States Army Air Forces, for extraordinary achievement and heroism in aerial combat over enemy occupied Continental Europe while serving as a P-51 Fighter Pilot of the 363d Fighter Squadron, 357th Fighter Group, EIGHTH Air Force, in the destruction of five enemy airplanes on 15 August 1944. The skillful and zealous manner in which Captain Anderson has sought out the enemy and destroyed him, his devotion to duty and courage, under all conditions serve as an inspiration to his fellow flyers. His actions on all these occasions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.
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Legion of Merit
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United States Air ForceRank:
ColonelAction Date:
August 3, 1965 – December 22, 1967
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, 20 July 1942, takes pleasure in presenting the Legion of Merit to Colonel Clarence Emil Anderson (ASN: 0-730324), United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Deputy Commander for Operations, Vice Commander, and Commander, 18th Tactical Fighter Wing, Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, from 3 August 1965 to 22 December 1967. In these important assignments, the leadership, exemplary foresight, and ceaseless efforts consistently demonstrated by Colonel Anderson resulted in significant contributions to the effectiveness and success of the 18th Tactical Fighter Wing. He developed and supervised programs that not only increased the Wing’s performance but also strengthened the Air Force’s procedures for countering aggression within Southeast Asia. The superior initiative, outstanding leadership, and personal endeavor displayed by Colonel Anderson reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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United States Army Air ForcesRank:
Captain (Air Corps)Batallion:
363d Fighter SquadronRegiment:
357th Fighter GroupDivision:
8th Air ForceAction Date:
July 27, 1944
Headquarters, 8th Fighter Command, General Orders No. 63 (December 14, 1944)The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting a Second Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Third Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain (Air Corps) Clarence Emil Anderson (ASN: 0-730324), United States Army Air Forces, for extraordinary achievement and heroism in aerial combat over enemy occupied Continental Europe while serving as a P-51 Fighter Pilot of the 363d Fighter Squadron, 357th Fighter Group, EIGHTH Air Force, in the destruction of three enemy airplanes on 27 July 1944. The skillful and zealous manner in which Captain Anderson has sought out the enemy and destroyed him, his devotion to duty and courage, under all conditions serve as an inspiration to his fellow flyers. His actions on all these occasions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.
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Distinguished Flying Cross
Service:
United States Army Air ForcesRank:
Captain (Air Corps)Batallion:
363d Fighter SquadronRegiment:
357th Fighter GroupDivision:
8th Air ForceAction Date:
June 17, 1944
Headquarters, 8th Fighter Command, General Orders No. 50 (October 25, 1944)The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain (Air Corps) Clarence Emil Anderson (ASN: 0-730324), United States Army Air Forces, for extraordinary achievement and heroism in aerial combat over enemy occupied Continental Europe while serving as a P-51 Fighter Pilot of the 363d Fighter Squadron, 357th Fighter Group, EIGHTH Air Force, in the destruction of three enemy airplanes on 17 June 1944. The skillful and zealous manner in which Captain Anderson has sought out the enemy and destroyed him, his devotion to duty and courage, under all conditions serve as an inspiration to his fellow flyers. His actions on all these occasions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Colonel Clarence Emil Anderson (ASN: 0-730324), 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 Chief of the Aircraft Division with Material Command at McClellan AFB, California, from 1970 to 1972. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Anderson culminate a long and distinguished career in the service of his country and his dedicated contributions in the Service of his Country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.