Albert Hewitt enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Corps in 1923, serving for 18 years in the enlisted ranks and rising to master sergeant. He was appointed a warrant officer (junior grade) in 1941 and received his reserve commission in 1942. 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 1960 as a U.S. Air Force Major General.
Sponsored by:
Albert
George
Hewitt
1903
–
July 18, 1987
Born:
Winnipeg
,
Canada
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General Albert George Hewitt, 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. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Hewitt 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
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
Major GeneralAction Date:
June 30, 1954 – September 14, 1960
Department of the Air Force, General Orders No. 57 (December 22, 1960)(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 (Army Design) to Major General Albert George Hewitt (AFSN: 396A), United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States during the period from 30 June 1954 to 14 September 1960. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Major General Hewitt culminate a long and distinguished career in the service of his and reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.