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Victor
Reed
Wakefield

Born:

, 

Texas

Victor Wakefield graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Class of 1949. He retired as a U.S. Air Force Colonel.

Awards Received

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Colonel

    Action Date:

    1978 – 1979
    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 Victor Reed Wakefield, United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Director, Air Force ROTC, Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, from 1978 to 1979. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Wakefield 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:

    Lieutenant Colonel

    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 Lieutenant Colonel Victor Reed Wakefield, United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as Liaison Officer to the 1st Cavalry Division, U.S. Army, in action against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam in 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.