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James Roy enlisted in the Air Force in 1982. After 27 years of service including several positions of high-level leadership, in 2009 he was selected the Sixteenth Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force, serving in that top enlisted position until his retirement in 2013.

Awards Received

  • Defense Superior Service Medal

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Chief Master Sergeant

    Under the provisions of Department of Defense 1348.33-M, the Secretary of Defense has awarded the Defense Superior Service Medal to Chief Master Sergeant James A. Roy, United States Air Force, for exceptionally superior service to the Department of Defense. The distinctive accomplishments of Chief Master Sergeant Roy reflect great credit upon himself, the United States Air Force, and the Department of Defense.

  • Air Force Distinguished Service Medal

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force

    Division:

    Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force

    Action Date:

    July 1, 2009 – January 24, 2013

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force James A. Roy, 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, culminating as Chief Master Sergeant of the United States Air Force from 1 July 2009 to 24 January 2013. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Chief Master Sergeant Roy culminate a long and distinguished career in the service of his country and his dedicated contributions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.