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Awards Received

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Lieutenant Colonel

    Action Date:

    June 1, 1951 – November 30, 1952

    Headquarters, Far East Air Forces, General Orders No. 659 (December 31, 1952)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Lieutenant Colonel James O. Gross (AFSN: 0-4812A), 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 with the Far East Air Forces, in Korea, from 1 June 1951 to 30 November 1952. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Gross and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.