“Jimmy” Stewart graduated from Princeton University in 1932, and became an actor. Stewart enlisted in the Army Air Corps on March 22, 1941, and was commissioned a Second Lieutenant and awarded his pilot wings on December 31, 1941. He served as an instructor pilot during most of 1942 and 1943, and was assigned to the 445th Bombardment Group in Sioux City, Iowa in August 1943. Stewart flew with the group to England in December 1943 and soon began flying combat missions over Europe. He served a short tour in Southeast Asia in 1966 and retired in 1968 as a U.S. Air Force Brigadier General. On May 23, 1985, President Ronald Reagan awarded him the Presidential Medal of Freedom and promoted him to Major General on the retired list.
Sponsored by:
James
Maitland “Jimmy”
Stewart
May 20, 1908
–
July 2, 1997
Born:
Indiana
,
Pennsylvania
Home:
Indiana
,
Pennsylvania
Buried:
Glendale
,
California
Cemetery:
Forest Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery
Awards Received
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
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Distinguished Flying Cross
Service:
United States Army Air ForcesRank:
Lieutenant Colonel (Air Corps)Action Date:
World War II
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 Lieutenant Colonel (Air Corps) James Maitland “Jimmy” Stewart (ASN: 0-433210), United States Army Air Forces, for extraordinary achievement, while serving as Air Commander of heavy bombardment formations on many missions to enemy occupied territory during World War II. Lieutenant Colonel Stewart’s skillful leadership and sound judgment in guiding his formations to heavily defended targets requiring deep penetrations have been major factors in the successful destructions of these vital enemy installations. The outstanding tactical ability displayed by Lieutenant Colonel Stewart reflects the highest credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.
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Distinguished Flying Cross
Service:
United States Army Air ForcesRank:
Lieutenant Colonel (Air Corps)Action Date:
World War II
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Lieutenant Colonel (Air Corps) James Maitland “Jimmy” Stewart (ASN: 0-433210), United States Army Air Forces, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight during World War II. The skillful and zealous manner in which he has sought out the enemy and destroyed him, his devotion to duty and courage under all conditions serve as an inspiration to his fellow flyers. His actions on all these occasions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.
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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General James Maitland “Jimmy” Stewart, 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 Stewart and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.