John Piotrowski enlisted in the Air Force in 1952 and was commissioned through the Aviation Cadet Program in 1954. He served as a fighter pilot during 100 combat missions during the Vietnam War, From 1985 to 1987 he served as the 22d Vice Chief of Staff of the Air Force. He retired in 1990 as a U.S. Air Force 4-Star General. He retired in 1990 as a U.S. Air Force 4-Star General.
Sponsored by:
John
L.
Piotrowski
1934
–
Born:
Detroit
,
Michigan
Home:
Dearborn
,
Michigan
Awards Received
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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
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Legion of Merit
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Defense Distinguished Service Medal
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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
Lieutenant GeneralAction Date:
October 1982 – July 1985
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Lieutenant General John L. Piotrowski, United States Air Force, was awarded the Air Force Distinguished Service Medal for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States as Commander of the NINTH Air Force, Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, from October 1982 to July 1985. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Piotrowski 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: Lieutenant General John L. Piotrowski, 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 Piotrowski 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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Defense Distinguished Service Medal
Under the provisions of Executive Order 11545, July 9, 1970, the Secretary of Defense of the United States of America take pleasure in awarding the Defense Distinguished Service Medal to General John L. Piotrowski, United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service contributing to national security and defense, in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States. The distinctive accomplishments of General Piotrowski reflect great credit upon himself, the United States Air Force, and the Department of Defense.