John Allen graduated from the U.S. Air Force Academy at Colorado Springs, Colorado, Class of 1966. He retired in 1996 as a U.S. Air Force Brigadier General.
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Awards Received
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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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Defense Superior Service Medal
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Legion of Merit
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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, 20 July 1942, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Legion of Merit to Brigadier General John Joseph Allen, United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States, culminating as Civil Engineer, Headquarters Air Combat Command, Langley Air Force Base, Virginia, and as Commander, Joint Task Force 160, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, from 1995 to 1996. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Allen 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 Air ForceRank:
CaptainBatallion:
817th Tactical Airlift SquadronAction Date:
Vietnam War
(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 Captain John Joseph Allen, United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as a C-130 Navigator of the 817th Tactical Airlift Squadron, in action against the enemy over Southeast Asia, from 1967 to 1970. 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.
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Distinguished Flying Cross
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
CaptainBatallion:
817th Tactical Airlift SquadronAction Date:
Vietnam War
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: 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 John Joseph Allen, United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as a C-130 Navigator of the 817th Tactical Airlift Squadron, in action against the enemy over Southeast Asia, from 1967 to 1970. 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.
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Defense Superior Service Medal
Under the provisions of Department of Defense 1348.33-M, the Secretary of Defense has awarded the Defense Superior Service Medal to Brigadier General John Joseph Allen, United States Air Force, for exceptionally superior service to the Department of Defense. The distinctive accomplishments of Brigadier General Allen reflect great credit upon himself, the United States Air Force, and the Department of Defense.
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: 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 Brigadier General John Joseph Allen, United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Allen 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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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Air Force Distinguished Service Medal to Brigadier General John Joseph Allen, United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States.The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Brigadier General Allen 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.