The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918 (amended by an act of July 25, 1963), takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Colonel Keith Norman Hall (AFSN: AO-3068567), United States Air Force, for gallantry and intrepidity in action in connection with military operations against an opposing armed force while a Prisoner of War in North Vietnam from 10 January 1968 to 14 March 1973. Ignoring international agreements on treatment of prisoners of war, the enemy resorted to mental and physical cruelties to obtain information, confessions and propaganda materials. This American resisted their demands by calling upon his deepest inner strengths in a manner which reflected his devotion to duty and great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
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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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Prisoner of War Medal
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Legion of Merit
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Distinguished Flying Cross
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
CaptainBatallion:
13th Tactical Fighter SquadronAction Date:
January 10, 1968
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross with Combat “V” to Captain Keith Norman Hall (AFSN: AO-3068567), United States Air Force, for heroism while participating in aerial flight as an F-4D Aircraft Commander with the 13th Tactical Fighter Squadron, in action over Southeast Asia on 10 January 1968. On that date, while flying fighter cover for a strike force deep in hostile territory, Captain Hall’s aircraft was hit and severely damaged by a surface-to-air missile. With great skill and without regard for his own personal safety, Captain Hall guided the aircraft out of the target area and toward the nearest recovery airfield successfully. The outstanding heroism and selfless devotion to duty displayed by Captain Hall reflect great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of 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 Second Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Third Award of the Legion of Merit to Colonel Keith Norman Hall (AFSN: AO-3068567), 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 Colonel Hall culminate a long and distinguished career in the service of his and reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
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Legion of Merit
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
ColonelAction Date:
May 29, 1981 – July 31, 1983
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 Colonel Keith Norman Hall (AFSN: AO-3068567), United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Vice Wing Commander, 52d Tactical Fighter Wing, Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, and as Director of Requirements, Headquarters Air Defense Tactical Air Command, Langley Air Force Base, Virginia, from 29 May 1981 to 31 July 1983. During these periods, Colonel Hall’s ceaseless efforts and devotion to duty resulted in exceptional contributions to the dynamic and diverse mission of the 52d Tactical Fighter Wing, the North Atlantic Treaty Organizaiton and the United States Air Force in Europe. His cynamic leadership, innovative management and exemplary insight were instrumental in the resolution of numerous complex problems associated with the development and acquisition of several high technology systems of major importance to the strategic defense of the North American continent. The superior results of his intensive efforts to improve United States air defense capability will ensure the effectiveness of atmospheric defense well into the next decade. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Hall 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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Prisoner of War Medal
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
ColonelDivision:
Prisoner of War (North Vietnam)Action Date:
January 10, 1968 – March 14, 1973
Colonel Keith Norman Hall (AFSN: AO-3068567), United States Air Force, was held as a Prisoner of War in North Vietnam from January 10, 1968 until his release on March 14, 1973.
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Legion of Merit
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
ColonelDivision:
Prisoner of War (North Vietnam)Action Date:
January 1968 – June 1972
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 Colonel Keith Norman Hall (AFSN: AO-3068567), United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States while serving as a Prisoner of War in North Vietnam from January 1968 to June 1972. His ceaseless efforts, by a continuous showing of resistance to an enemy who ignored all international agreements on treatment of Prisoners of War, in the extremely adverse conditions of the communist prisons of North Vietnam, demonstrated his professional competence, unwavering devotion, and loyalty to his country. Despite the harsh treatment through his long years of incarceration, he continued to perform his duties in a clearly exceptional manner which reflected great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
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Distinguished Flying Cross
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
CaptainBatallion:
13th Tactical Fighter SquadronAction Date:
December 17, 1967
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain Keith Norman Hall (AFSN: AO-3068567), United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as an F-4D Aircraft Commander with the 13th Tactical Fighter Squadron, in action over North Vietnam on 17 December 1967. On that date, while flying cover over the most heavily defended area yet encountered in aerial combat, Captain Hall engaged an aggressive high performance hostile fighter. Without regard for his own personal safety, Captain Hall drove the opposing force from the target area, enabling the friendly forces to complete their mission successfully and without loss. The professional competence, aerial skill and devotion to duty displayed by Captain Hall reflect great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Air Force.
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Distinguished Flying Cross
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting a Second Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Third Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Captain Keith Norman Hall (AFSN: AO-3068567), United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as an F-4D Aircraft Commander with the 13th Tactical Fighter Squadron, in action over North Vietnam on 19 December 1967. On that date, while flying fighter cover over the most heavily defended area yet encountered in aerial combat, Captain Hall engaged a flight of high performance hostile fighters. Without regard for his own personal safety, Captain Hall drove the opposing forces from the target area, enabling the friendly force to complete their mission successfully and without loss. The professional competence, aerial skill and devotion to duty displayed by Captain Hall reflect great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Air Force.