Thomas Blackburn Served in the Army Signal Corps during World War I. 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 1952 as a U.S. Air Force Brigadier General.
Sponsored by:
Thomas
Welch
Blackburn
1892
–
September 27, 1964
Born:
Cane Hill
,
Arkansas
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 Thomas Welch Blackburn, 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 in 1952. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Blackburn 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:
Brigadier GeneralRegiment:
19th Bombardment GroupDivision:
5th Air ForceAction Date:
World War II
War Department General Orders No. 9 (1946)(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General Thomas Welch Blackburn, United States Army Air Forces, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while commanding the 19th Bombardment Group, FIFTH Air Force, in action in the Pacific 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.