After serving in the Army Air Forces in World War II, Frederick Sutterlin transferred to the U.S. Air Force when it became a separate branch of service in 1947. He retired in 1968 as a U.S. Air Force Brigadier General.
Sponsored by:
Frederick
J.
Sutterlin
1911
–
July 23, 1993
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 Army Air ForcesRank:
Colonel (Air Corps)Regiment:
100th Bombardment GroupDivision:
8th Air ForceAction Date:
World War II
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Colonel (Air Corps) Frederick J. Sutterlin, United States Army Air Forces, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as Commander of the 100th Bombardment Group, EIGHTH Air Force, in action over enemy-occupied Continental Europe during World War II. 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: Brigadier General Frederick J. Sutterlin, 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 Sutterlin and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.