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Awards Received

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    First Lieutenant

    Action Date:

    April 12, 1951

    Headquarters, Far East Air Forces, General Orders No. 407 (August 25, 1951)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: First Lieutenant Patrick H. Baker, United States Air Force, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving with the Far East Air Forces in Korea, on 12 April 1951. 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.