Earl Van Inwegen graduated from the U.S. Air Force Academy at Colorado Springs, Colorado, Class of 1960. He retired in 1988 as a U.S. Air Force Brigadier General.
Sponsored by:
Earl
Sumner
Van Inwegen
1938
–
Born:
Evergreen Park
,
Illinois
Awards Received
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Legion of Merit
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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
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Defense Superior Service Medal
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General Earl S. Van Inwegen, 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 Van Inwegen 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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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Air Force Distinguished Service Medal to Brigadier General Earl Sumner Van Inwegen, United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Brigadier General Van Inwegen 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.
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Defense Superior Service Medal
Under the provisions of Department of Defense 1348.33-M, the Secretary of Defense has awarded the Defense Superior Service Medal to Brigadier General Earl Sumner Van Inwegen, United States Air Force, for exceptionally superior service to the Department of Defense. The distinctive accomplishments of Brigadier General Van Inwegen reflect great credit upon himself, the United States Air Force, and the Department of Defense.
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Distinguished Flying Cross
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
First LieutenantBatallion:
309th Air Commando SquadronDivision:
Tan Son Nhut Air Base, Republic of VietnamAction Date:
Vietnam War
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: First Lieutenant Earl S. Van Inwegen, United States Air Force, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as a C-123 Aircraft Commander and Instructor Pilot, 309th Air Commando Squadron, Tan Son Nhut Air Base, Republic of Vietnam, in action against the enemy over Southeast Asia from 1965 to 1966. 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.