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Edward
Jones
Mason

Born:

, 

Missouri

Edward Mason graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Class of 1945. He retired in 1969 as a U.S. Air Force Colonel.

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Captain

    Action Date:

    Korean War
    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 Captain Edward Jones Mason, United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving with a Fighter Squadron in Korea from 1950 to 1951. 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

    Action Date:

    1966 – 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 Edward Jones Mason, United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States, culminating with Headquarters, United States Air Force, from 1966 to 1969. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Mason culminate a long and distinguished career in the service of his country and his dedicated contributions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.