(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General Bob L. Mitchell, United States Air Force, was awarded a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of 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 Mitchell 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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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 Bob L. Mitchell, 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 Mitchell 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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Distinguished Flying Cross
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
First LieutenantBatallion:
38th Aerospace Rescue and Recovery SquadronDivision:
Phan Rang Air Base, South VietnamAction Date:
Vietnam War
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: First Lieutenant Bob L. Mitchell, United States Air Force, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as an HH-43 Helicopter Pilot of Detachment 1, 38th Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Squadron, Phan Rang Air Base, South Vietnam, in action against the enemy over Southeast Asia from 1967 to 1968. 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.