After serving as a Fighter Pilot in the Army Air Forces in World War II, where he was credited with destroying two enemy aircraft in aerial combat, Roland Wright transferred to the U.S. Air Force when it became a separate branch of service in 1947. He retired in 1976 as a U.S. Air Force Brigadier General. The Utah Air National Guard Base is named in his honor.
Sponsored by:
Roland
R.
Wright
March 30, 1919
–
October 19, 2015
Born:
Blackfoot
,
Idaho
Home:
,
Utah
Awards Received
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Legion of Merit
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General Roland R. Wright (ASN: 0-721570), 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 Wright 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 Army Air ForcesRank:
First Lieutenant (Air Corps)Batallion:
364th Fighter SquadronAction Date:
World War II
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: First Lieutenant (Air Corps) Roland R. Wright (ASN: 0-721570), United States Army Air Forces, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as a Fighter Pilot of the 364th Fighter Squadron, in action in the European Theater of Operations and the destruction of two enemy aircraft in aerial combat 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.