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After serving in the Army Air Forces in World War II, Vincent Meloy retired in 1946 as a U.S. Army Air Forces Brigadier General.

Awards Received

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Army Air Forces

    Rank:

    Brigadier General

    Action Date:

    World War II

    War Department General Orders No. 21 (1946)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General Vincent James Meloy, United States Army Air Forces, was awarded the Legion of Merit for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States during World War II. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Meloy and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Army Air Forces.