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Nat
Delaney
King

Born:

, 

Tennessee

Nat King graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Class of 1945. He retired in 1975 as a U.S. Air Force Colonel.

Awards Received

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Colonel

    Action Date:

    1972 – 1975
    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 Nat Delaney King, United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States, culminating with the 23d Air Division from 1972 to 1975. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel King 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.

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Captain

    Batallion:

    8th Fighter-Bomber Squadron

    Regiment:

    49th Fighter Group

    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 Nat Delaney King, United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving with the 8th Fighter-Bomber Squadron, 49th Fighter Group, in Korea. 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.