James Brown was commissioned through the Reserve Officer Training Corps program in 1951 upon graduation from Texas A & M University. He retired in 1982 as a U.S. Air Force Major General.
Sponsored by:
James
L.
Brown
1928
–
February 26, 2002
Born:
Huntsville
,
Texas
Home:
Fort Worth
,
Texas
Awards Received
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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
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Legion of Merit
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General James L. Brown, 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, culminating as Assistant Director for Joint Chiefs of Staff Support, Defense Intelligence Agency, Washington, D.C., from 1980 to 1982. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Brown 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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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General James L. Brown, 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 Brown 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:
First LieutenantRegiment:
8th Fighter-Bomber GroupAction Date:
Korean War
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: First Lieutenant James L. Brown, United States Air Force, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as an F-80 Fighter Pilot with the 8th Fighter-Bomber Group, in action against the enemy over Korea, in 1953. 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.