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James
Adolphus
Giles

Born:

, 

Tennessee

James Giles graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Class of 1945. He retired in 1974 as a U.S. Air Force Colonel.

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Colonel

    Regiment:

    317th Tactical Airlift Wing

    Action Date:

    1968 – 1969
    United States Military Academy Register of Graduates

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Colonel James Adolphus Giles, United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as Commanding Officer of the 317th Tactical Airlift Wing in Southeast Asia from 1968 to 1969. 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.

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Colonel

    Regiment:

    317th Tactical Airlift Wing

    Action Date:

    1968 – 1969
    United States Military Academy Register of Graduates

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: 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 James Adolphus Giles, United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Commanding Officer of the 317th Tactical Airlift Wing in Southeast Asia from 1968 to 1969. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Giles and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.