Robert Boots graduated from the U.S. Air Force Academy at Colorado Springs, Class of 1968. He retired in 2002 as a U.S. Air Force Major General.
Sponsored by:
Robert
James
Boots
Born:
St. Louis
,
Missouri
Home:
St. Louis
,
Missouri
Awards Received
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Legion of Merit
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Legion of Merit
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Defense Distinguished Service Medal
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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
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Defense Superior Service Medal
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Legion of Merit
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Distinguished Flying Cross
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
Second LieutenantRegiment:
460th Tactical Reconnaissance WingDivision:
Nakhon Royal Thai Air Force Base, ThailandAction Date:
Vietnam War
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Second Lieutenant Robert James Boots, United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving with the 460th Tactical Reconnaissance Wing, Nakhon Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand, in action against the enemy over Southeast Asia from 1969 to 1971. 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: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, 20 July 1942, takes pleasure in presenting a Second Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Third Award of the Legion of Merit to Major General Robert James Boots, United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Boots 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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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, 20 July 1942, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Legion of Merit to Major General Robert James Boots, United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Boots 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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Defense Distinguished Service Medal
Under the provisions of Executive Order 11545, July 9, 1970, the Secretary of Defense of the United States of America take pleasure in awarding the Defense Distinguished Service Medal to Major General Robert James Boots, United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service contributing to national security and defense, in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States. The distinctive accomplishments of General Boots reflect great credit upon himself, the United States Air Force, and the Department of Defense.
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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: 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 Major General Robert James Boots, United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States, culminating as Commander, Air Mobility Warfare Center, Air Mobility Command, Fort Dix, New Jersey, from 2000 to 2002. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Boots 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 Major General Robert James Boots, United States Air Force, for exceptionally superior service to the Department of Defense. The distinctive accomplishments of Major General Boots reflect great credit upon himself, the United States Air Force, and the Department of Defense.
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, 20 July 1942, takes pleasure in presenting the Legion of Merit to Major General Robert James Boots, United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Boots and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.