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Awards Received

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    First Lieutenant

    Action Date:

    February 26, 1971

    Headquarters, 7th Air Force, Special Order G-3294 (November 4, 1971)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: First Lieutenant Sanders L. Avery, 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 in Southeast Asia on 26 February 1971. 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 United States Air Force.