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The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, 20 July 1942, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Legion of Merit to Colonel Delmar Lowell English (AFSN: FR-62098), United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Deputy Commander for Maintenance, 4950th Test Wing, Aeronautical Systems Division, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, from 21 August 1984 to 31 July 1987. During this period, the professional skill, leadership, and dedication of Colonel English were major factors in the success of vital test programs of great national importance. As a direct result of his managerial wisdom, technical skill, considerable experience, complete dedication, and outstanding leadership, maintenance personnel were motivated to perform at levels never before achieved in the 4950th Test Wing. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel English culminate a long and distinguished career in the service of his country and reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

Awards Received

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Colonel

    Action Date:

    September 2, 1980 – March 12, 1982

    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 Delmar Lowell English (AFSN: FR-62098), United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Commander, 305th Combat Support Group, Grissom Air Force Base, Indiana, from 2 September 1980 to 12 March 1982. In this important assignment, the leadership, exemplary foresight and ceaseless efforts consistently demonstrated by Colonel English resulted in significant contributions to the effectiveness and success of these programs and units under his command. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel English reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Major

    Action Date:

    November 4, 1969
    Headquarters, 7th Air Force, Special Orders G-2323 (July 21, 1971)

    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 Major Delmar Lowell English (AFSN: FR-62098), United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as a C-130B Aircraft Commander at Katum Airfield, Republic of Vietnam, on 4 November 1969. On that date, Major English flew repeated sorties into this forward support base under a combat essential priority to effect emergency evacuation of personnel and equipment. He was continuously subjected to intense hostile ground fire and extremely adverse weather conditions. Through his personal bravery and energetic application of his knowledge and skill, Major English successfully accomplished this very important mission. The professional competence, aerial skill, and devotion to duty displayed by Major English reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.