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Paul Ellman graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Class of 1946. He was killed in an air accident in 1952.

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    First Lieutenant

    Division:

    24th Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    August 2 – September 29, 1950

    Headquarters, 24th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 190 (October 16, 1950)

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, 20 July 1942, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross (Army Award) to First Lieutenant Paul M. Ellman, Jr. (AFSN: 19578A), United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving with Headquarters Company, 24th Infantry Division, in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea during the period from 2 August to 29 September 1950. Lieutenant Ellman’s 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.