Robert Nester was commissioned through the Reserve Officer Training Corps program in 1963 upon graduation from Park Aeronautical College, Missouri. He retired in 2000 as a U.S. Air Force Major General.
Sponsored by:
Robert
A.
Nester
Born:
Speedway
,
Indiana
Awards Received
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Legion of Merit
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Distinguished Flying Cross
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
First LieutenantBatallion:
559th Tactical Fighter SquadronDivision:
Cam Ranh Bay Air Base, South VietnamAction Date:
Vietnam War
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: First Lieutenant Robert A. Nester, United States Air Force, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as an F-4 Pilot with the 559th Tactical Fighter Squadron, Cam Ranh Bay Air Base, Republic of Vietnam, in action against the enemy 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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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General Robert A. Nester, 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 Nester and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.