James Cole graduated from the U.S. Air Force Academy at Colorado Springs, Colorado, Class of 1964. He retired in 1994 as a U.S. Air Force Brigadier General.
Sponsored by:
James
Lawrence
Cole
, Jr.
1942
–
Born:
Wheatland
,
Wyoming
Home:
Wheatland
,
Wyoming
Awards Received
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Defense Superior Service Medal
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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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Distinguished Flying Cross
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
First LieutenantBatallion:
4th Air Commando SquadronDivision:
DaNang Air Base, South VietnamAction 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 First Lieutenant James Lawrence Cole, Jr., United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as a pilot with the 4th Air commando Squadron, DaNang Air Base, South Vietnam, in action over Southeast Asia, from 1966 to 1967. 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 James Lawrence Cole, Jr., United States Air Force, for exceptionally superior service to the Department of Defense. The distinctive accomplishments of Brigadier General Cole reflect great credit upon himself, the United States Air Force, and the Department of Defense.
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Distinguished Flying Cross
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
First LieutenantBatallion:
4th Air Commando SquadronDivision:
DaNang Air Base, South VietnamAction 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 First Lieutenant James Lawrence Cole, Jr., United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as a pilot with the 4th Air commando Squadron, DaNang Air Base, South Vietnam, in action over Southeast Asia, from 1966 to 1967. 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 a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Defense Superior Service Medal to Brigadier General James Lawrence Cole, Jr., United States Air Force, for exceptionally superior service to the Department of Defense. The distinctive accomplishments of Brigadier General Cole 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 James Lawrence Cole, Jr., 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 Cole 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 James Lawrence Cole, Jr., 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 Cole 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.