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James Walker graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Class of 1941.

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Army Air Forces

    Rank:

    Major (Air Corps)

    Batallion:

    428th Bombardment Squadron

    Regiment:

    310th Bombardment Group

    Division:

    12th Air Force

    Action Date:

    World War II

    United States Military Academy Register of Graduates

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major (Air Corps) James Philip Walker (ASN: 0-23903), United States Army Air Forces, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross (Posthumously) for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as Commanding Officer, 428th Bombardment Squadron, 310th Bombardment Group, TWELFTH Air Force, during World War II. His devotion to duty and courage under all conditions serve as an inspiration to his fellow flyers. His actions on all these occasions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.