Robert Winger graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Class of 1952. He retired in 1977 as a U.S. Air Force Brigadier General.
Sponsored by:
Robert
Fredrick Curry
Winger
1930
–
August 2, 1982
Born:
Kansas City
,
Missouri
Awards Received
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Legion of Merit
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Legion of Merit
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General Robert Fredrick Curry Winger, 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 Winger 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
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
ColonelBatallion:
1st Air Commando SquadronAction Date:
Vietnam War
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Colonel Robert Fredrick Curry Winger, United States Air Force, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as an A-1 Pilot with the 1st Air Commando Squadron, in action against the enemy during 260 combat missions 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.
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General Robert Fredrick Curry Winger, 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 Winger and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.