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HONORED ON PANEL 1W, LINE 23 OF THE WALL
MICHAEL JOSEPH BLASSIE
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MICHAEL J BLASSIE
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LEFT FOR MICHAEL JOSEPH BLASSIE
POSTED ON 4.25.2024
POSTED BY: DAVID THOMPSON
AIR MUSEUM POW/MIA BRACELET DISPLAY
https://palmspringsairmuseum.org/vietnam-pow-bracelet-display/
Dr. Dave Thompson
Palm Springs Air Museum
POW/MIA Bracelet Display Curator
Lt. Commander U.S. Navy 1964-1970
10-103 Lakeview Dr. Rancho Mirage, Ca 92270
760-328-0859 760-464-6843 [email protected]
POSTED ON 9.6.2022
POSTED BY: MSgt Tim B.
Thank you for your Service, your Family Tradition of Service Continued
Michael, you would be so proud of your sister, Patricia. I had the honor of having her as my neighbor and close friend for several years. She is a wonderful woman that served her country faithfully and honorably, ultimatley attaining the rank of Colonel after a distinguished time as an enlisted SNCO in the United States Air Force...She was a Very important and respected person in the military. She spoke of you fondly and fought a hard battle with the rest of your family to be able to have your remains identified and buried in the family plot...able to finally truly rest in peace. Thank you for your service, Michael...So sorry you had to miss out on so much of life, but your legacy and remembrance will be forever.
POSTED ON 5.11.2022
POSTED BY: Grateful Vietnam Veteran
Silver Star Medal Award
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes Pride in presenting the Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Michael J. Blassie, First Lieutenant, U.S. Air Force, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against a hostile force during an air mission in the Republic of Vietnam. First Lieutenant Blassie distinguished himself by intrepid actions while serving with 8th Special Operations Squadron, 377th Air Base Wing, 7th Air Force. His unquestionable valor in close combat is in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflects great credit upon himself, the 7th Air Force, and the United States Air Force.
See https://homeofheroes.com/silver-star/vietnam-war/air-force/
The President of the United States takes Pride in presenting the Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Michael J. Blassie, First Lieutenant, U.S. Air Force, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against a hostile force during an air mission in the Republic of Vietnam. First Lieutenant Blassie distinguished himself by intrepid actions while serving with 8th Special Operations Squadron, 377th Air Base Wing, 7th Air Force. His unquestionable valor in close combat is in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflects great credit upon himself, the 7th Air Force, and the United States Air Force.
See https://homeofheroes.com/silver-star/vietnam-war/air-force/
POSTED ON 5.11.2022
POSTED BY: Grateful Vietnam Veteran
Distinguished Flying Cross Award
1st Lt. Michael Joseph Blassie was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for his heroism and extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight. He served as a Tactical Aircraft Pilot and was assigned to the 8TH SPECIAL OPS SQDN, 377TH AIR BASE WING, 7TH AF.
See http://www.virtualwall.org/db/BlassieMJ01a.htm
See http://www.virtualwall.org/db/BlassieMJ01a.htm