Joseph Portela was commissioned through the Reserve Officer Training Corps program in 1969 upon graduation from the University of Puerto Rico. He retired in 2004 as a U.S. Air Force Brigadier General.
Sponsored by:
Jose
M.
Portela
Born:
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Puerto Rico
Home:
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Puerto Rico
Awards Received
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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
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Legion of Merit
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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General Jose M. Portela, United States Air Force, was awarded the Air Force Distinguished Service Medal for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Portela 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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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General Jose M. Portela, 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 Portela and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.