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Robert Kennedy entered the U.S. Navy V-program in 1947 and was discharged in 1950. He entered the Air Force Aviation Cadet Program in 1952, earning his wings and commission the following year. He retired in 1980 as a U.S. Air Force Brigadier General.

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Major

    Regiment:

    355th Tactical Fighter Wing

    Division:

    Takhli Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand

    Action Date:

    Vietnam War

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major Robert W. Kennedy (AFSN: FR-64964), United States Air Force, was awarded a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as an F-105 Pilot of the 355th Tactical Fighter Wing, Takhli Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand, in action during 100 combat missions over Southeast Asia from 1967 to 1968. 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.

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Major

    Regiment:

    355th Tactical Fighter Wing

    Division:

    Takhli Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand

    Action Date:

    Vietnam War

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major Robert W. Kennedy (AFSN: FR-64964), United States Air Force, was awarded a Second Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Third Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as an F-105 Pilot of the 355th Tactical Fighter Wing, Takhli Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand, in action during 100 combat missions over Southeast Asia from 1967 to 1968. 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.

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Major

    Regiment:

    355th Tactical Fighter Wing

    Division:

    Takhli Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand

    Action Date:

    Vietnam War

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major Robert W. Kennedy (AFSN: FR-64964), United States Air Force, was awarded a Third Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Fourth Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as an F-105 Pilot of the 355th Tactical Fighter Wing, Takhli Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand, in action during 100 combat missions over Southeast Asia from 1967 to 1968. 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.

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Major

    Regiment:

    355th Tactical Fighter Wing

    Division:

    Takhli Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand

    Action Date:

    November 17, 1967

    Headquarters, Pacific Air Forces, Special Order G-277 (November 15, 1968)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major Robert W. Kennedy (AFSN: FR-64964), United States Air Force, was awarded the Silver Star for gallantry in connection with military operations against an opposing armed force while serving as an F-105 Pilot of the 355th Tactical Fighter Wing, Takhli Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand, in action in Southeast Asia on 17 November 1967. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Air Force.

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Brigadier General

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General Robert W. Kennedy (AFSN: FR-64964), 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 Kennedy and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Major

    Regiment:

    355th Tactical Fighter Wing

    Division:

    Takhli Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand

    Action Date:

    Vietnam War

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major Robert W. Kennedy (AFSN: FR-64964), United States Air Force, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as an F-105 Pilot of the 355th Tactical Fighter Wing, Takhli Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand, in action during 100 combat missions over Southeast Asia from 1967 to 1968. 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.

  • Air Force Distinguished Service Medal

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Brigadier General

    Headquarters, Pacific Air Forces, Special Order G-277 (November 15, 1968)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General Robert W. Kennedy (AFSN: FR-64964), 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. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Kennedy and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.