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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 (Army Design) to Brigadier General Robert Morris Stillman (AFSN: 1114A/ASN: 0-19760), United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States as Commandant of Cadets, United States Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, Colorado, from 1 September 1954 to 25 August 1958. During this period, General Stillman exercised outstanding leadership and foresight in planning, organizing and implementing the United States Air Force Academy Cadet Airmanship Program, a responsibility enormous in concept and unique in Air Force Analysis. He brought to this challenging task, the highest professional qualifications and motivations. His integrity, patriotism and perception in the training of young men have given a magnificent example to the Cadets under his command and will serve as an inspiration throughout their careers. General Stillman’s distinguished service during the formative years of the United States Air Force Academy has become an indelible part of Air Force history and his selfless efforts reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

Awards Received

  • Prisoner of War Medal

    Service:

    United States Army Air Forces

    Rank:

    Lieutenant Colonel (Air Corps)

    Division:

    Prisoner of War (Germany)

    Action Date:

    May 17, 1943 – April 29, 1945

    Lieutenant Colonel (Air Corps) Robert Morris Stillman (AFSN: 1114A/ASN: 0-19760), United States Army Air Forces, was captured by the Germans after he was shot down over Holland on 17 May 1943 and was held as a Prisoner of War until his release on 29 April 1945.

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Army Air Forces

    Rank:

    Colonel (Air Corps)

    Division:

    Prisoner of War (Germany)

    Action Date:

    April 21 – May 6, 1945

    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 (Air Corps) Robert Morris Stillman (AFSN: 1114A/ASN: 0-19760), United States Army Air Forces, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States while a prisoner of war at Moosburg, Germany, from 21 April to 6 May 1956. He organized a mess which fed more than twelve thousand prisoners and administered, under the most difficult conditions, all classes of supplies for more than thirty thousand fellow prisoners of war. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Stillman and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Army Air Forces

    Rank:

    Lieutenant Colonel (Air Corps)

    Regiment:

    322d Bombardment Group (M)

    Division:

    8th Air Force

    Action Date:

    World War II
    Headquarters, 8th Air Force, General Orders No. 74 (June 12, 1943)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Lieutenant Colonel (Air Corps) Robert Morris Stillman (AFSN: 1114A/ASN: 0-19760), United States Army Air Forces, for gallantry in action against the enemy while serving as a member of the Air Crew of a B-26 Marauder Bomber in the 322d Bombardment Group (Medium), EIGHTH Air Force, in aerial operations in the European Theater of Operations, in 1942 and 1943. The gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty demonstrated by Lieutenant Colonel Stillman, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Army Air Forces.

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Major General

    Action Date:

    August 1, 1963 – July 31, 1965

    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 Morris Stillman (AFSN: 1114A/ASN: 0-19760), United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Commander, Sheppard Technical Training Center, Air Training Command, from 1 August 1963 through 31 July 1965. In this important assignment, the leadership, exemplary foresight, and ceaseless efforts consistently demonstrated by General Stillman resulted in significant contributions to the effectiveness and success of the United States Air Force Technical Training Program. His exemplary ability and personal endeavors contributed to the world-wide interest and security of the United States and the free world. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Stillman culminate a long and distinguished career in the service of his country and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Major General

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General Robert Morris Stillman (AFSN: 1114A/ASN: 0-19760), United States Air Force, was awarded a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of 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 Stillman and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.