After serving in the Army Air Forces in World War II, James Currie transferred to the U.S. Air Force when it became a separate branch of service in 1947. He retired in 1979 as a U.S. Air Force Major General.
Sponsored by:
James
Bradford
Currie
1925
–
September 20, 2009
Born:
Milwaukee
,
Wisconsin
Home:
Aurora
,
Illinois
Awards Received
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Airman’s Medal
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Distinguished Flying Cross
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Colonel James Bradford Currie, United States Air Force, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight. 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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Airman’s Medal
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Colonel James Bradford Currie, United States Air Force, was awarded the Airman’s Medal for heroism not involving actual conflict with an enemy of the United States.