(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Major George Frederick Vlisides (AFSN: 0-20389), United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving with the 1st Air Commando Squadron, in action in Southeast Asia from 1964 to 1965. 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.
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Awards Received
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Distinguished Flying Cross
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
First LieutenantRegiment:
49th Fighter-Bomber GroupAction 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 George Frederick Vlisides (AFSN: 0-20389), United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving with the 49th Fighter-Bomber Group, in action against the enemy in Korea from 1952 to 1953. 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.