Silver Spur 35, John Knox, Receives Distinguished Flying Cross on August 29th, 2024

On August 29th, 2024, Silver Spur 35, John M. Knox was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for his actions during the 1968 Tet Offensive while serving with the Silver Spurs. Congratulations to John!

You may read the program & citation by clicking on the link below:

PRESENTATION OF THE DISTINGUISHED FLYING CROSS
CHIEF WARRANT OFFICER (RET)
JOHN MICHAEL KNOX

Courtesy of John’s son, Brian Knox – USAF Veteran

My personal thanks to John’s son, Brian Knox for contacting us with the great news and providing all information. Brian, himself, served 20-years in the USAF in service to our nation! – Roger ‘Bear’ Young

About Roger Young

Roger "Bear" Young served with the Silver Spurs as a Scout crew chief and Line Chief from Dec '69 through Nov '70. Upon his return to the "world" he served at Hunter AAF as a Cobra Periodic Inspection team leader. He founded the Spur website in Sept 1997.
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