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John
Eugene
Molchan

Born:

, 

Ohio

John Molchan graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Class of 1946. He retired as a U.S. Air Force Colonel.

Awards Received

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Colonel

    Action Date:

    1971 – 1973
    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 a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Legion of Merit to Colonel John Eugene Molchan, United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States with the 10th Air Defense Squadron from 1971 to 1973. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Molchan 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:

    Colonel

    Division:

    II Field Force, Vietnam

    Action Date:

    Vietnam 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 Colonel John Eugene Molchan, United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving with Headquarters, II Field Force, Vietnam, in Southeast Asia from 1967 to 1968. 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

    Division:

    II Field Force, Vietnam

    Action Date:

    1967 – 1968
    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 John Eugene Molchan, United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States with Headquarters, II Field Force, Vietnam, in Southeast Asia from 1967 to 1968. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Molchan and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.