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(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 (Infantry) Norman Barton Hopkins, Jr. (ASN: 0-59385), United States Army, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States with Headquarters, Army Air Defense Command, from 1972 to 1974. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Hopkins 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 Army.

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    First Lieutenant (Infantry)

    Regiment:

    5th Cavalry (Infantry) Regiment

    Division:

    1st Cavalry Division

    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 (Infantry) Norman Barton Hopkins, Jr. (ASN: 0-59385), United States Army, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving with the 5th Cavalry (Infantry) Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division, in action against the enemy in Korea from 1950 to 1951. Lieutenant Hopkins’ outstanding courage and dedication to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.