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Joe
Dean
Johnston

Born:

, 

Kansas

Joe Johnston graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Class of 1947. He retired as a U.S. Air Force Colonel.

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    First Lieutenant

    Batallion:

    7th Fighter-Bomber Squadron

    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 First Lieutenant Joe Dean Johnston, United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving with the 7th Fighter-Bomber Squadron, in action against the enemy in Korea from 1951 to 1952. 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:

    1973 – 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 Joe Dean Johnston, United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States with the Air Force Systems Command, Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland, from 1973 to 1975. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Johnston 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.