Philip Prince was commissioned through the Aviation Cadet Program in 1954. He retired in 1984 as a U.S. Air Force Brigadier General.
Sponsored by:
Philip
Stephen
Prince
1933
–
June 9, 2003
Born:
Monterey Park
,
California
Awards Received
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Legion of Merit
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Silver Star
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Legion of Merit
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Silver Star
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General Philip Stephen Prince, 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 Prince 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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Silver Star
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major Philip Stephen Prince, United States Air Force, was awarded a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Silver Star for gallantry in action while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an armed hostile force while serving with the Air Rescue Service and the 40th Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Squadron, in action against the enemy during two combat tours of duty in the Republic of Vietnam. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Air Force.
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General Philip Stephen Prince, 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 Prince 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
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major Philip Stephen Prince, United States Air Force, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving with the Air Rescue Service and the 40th Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Squadron, in action against the enemy during two combat tours of duty in the Republic of Vietnam. 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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Distinguished Flying Cross
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major Philip Stephen Prince, United States Air Force, was awarded a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving with the Air Rescue Service and the 40th Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Squadron, in action against the enemy during two combat tours of duty in the Republic of Vietnam. 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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Silver Star
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
MajorBatallion:
40th Aerospace Rescue and Recovery SquadronAction Date:
Vietnam War
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major Philip Stephen Prince, United States Air Force, was awarded the Silver Star for gallantry in action while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an armed hostile force while serving with the Air Rescue Service and the 40th Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Squadron, in action against the enemy during two combat tours of duty in the Republic of Vietnam. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Air Force.