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Awards Received

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Captain

    Batallion:

    416th Tactical Fighter Squadron

    Regiment:

    37th Tactical Fighter Wing

    Action Date:

    May 7, 1967

    Headquarters, 7th Air Force, Special Orders G-1215 (August 16, 1967)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pride in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross (Posthumously) to Captain Duane Scott Baker (AFSN: FR-73149), United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight over Southeast Asia on 7 May 1967. 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.