Charles Adams enlisted in the Army in 1942 after three years of study at the University of Utah. After serving in the Army Air Forces in World War II, he transferred to the U.S. Air Force when it became a separate branch of service in 1947. He retired in 1973 as a U.S. Air Force Brigadier General.
Sponsored by:
Charles
Jay
Adams
1921
–
May 28, 2002
Born:
Beaver Dam
,
Utah
Awards Received
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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 Charles Jay Adams, 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, culminating as Deputy Director for Strategic Forces, Deputy Chief of Staff, Research and Development, Headquarters, U.S. Air Force, Washington, D.C. from 1971 to 1973. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Adams culminate a long and distinguished career in the service of his country and his dedicated contributions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
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Distinguished Flying Cross
Service:
United States Army Air ForcesRank:
Captain (Air Corps)Action Date:
World War II
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Captain (Air Corps) Charles Jay Adams, United States Army Air Forces, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a C-46 Transport Pilot, in action in the China-Burma-India Theater of Operations, during World War II. 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.