Squadron Leader Alan Reed from the Royal Australian Air Force 052363 served in Vietnam from 26 May 1968 until 20 November 1968. He spent most of his tour detached to the 12th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron, US Air Force. He was made an Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) in June 1989 for his service to the RAAF as Air Officer Commanding, Support Command. For his service with the USAF, Alan Reed was awarded the United States Distinguished Flying Cross with oak leaf cluster. His final rank with the Air Force was Air Vice Marshal and his last posting was with Headquarters, Australian Force Vietnam (RAAF Element) A black one piece Dining Suit (party suit) similar in style to a short sleeve Flying Suit, with zippered front and pockets, bearing Squadron Leader epaulettes worn by the then Squadron Leader Alan Reed whilst serving in Vietnam in 1968. It has a white embroidered RAAF brevet on the left chest, with a "Phamous Phantom Spook" (82 Wing RAAF F4E) caricature above the embroidered name ALAN REED on the right chest. Three additional embroidered patches are attached to the suit (RF-4C, 100 Missions Vietnam and Aussie Air Pirate) two on the chest and one on the left sleeve.White embroidered RAAF Brevet on left breast."Phan"alan reed, united states air force, air pilots, royal australian air force, squadron leader, air vice marshall allan reed, squadron leader alan reed, pilot, headquarters, australian force vietnam, raaf element, 12th tactical reconnaissance squadron, officer of the order of australia, ao, united states distinguished flying cross, 052363

Squadron Leader Alan Reed from the Royal Australian Air Force 052363 served in Vietnam from 26 May 1968 until 20 November 1968. He spent most of his tour detached to the 12th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron, US Air Force. He was made an Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) in June 1989 for his service to the RAAF as Air Officer Commanding, Support Command. For his service with the USAF, Alan Reed was awarded the United States Distinguished Flying Cross with oak leaf cluster. His final rank with the Air Force was Air Vice Marshal and his last posting was with Headquarters, Australian Force Vietnam (RAAF Element) Woven cloth badge coloured, blue, white, yellow diamond shaped.RF- 4C.Aircraft design.cloth badge, alan raymond reed, squadron leader alan reed, pilot, royal australian air force, 052363, headquarters, australian force vietnam, raaf element, 12th tactical reconnaissance squadron, united states air force, usaf, air vice marshall allan reed, officer of the order of australia, ao, united states distinguished flying cross

Squadron Leader Alan Reed from the Royal Australian Air Force 052363 served in Vietnam from 26 May 1968 until 20 November 1968. He spent most of his tour detached to the 12th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron, US Air Force. He was made an Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) in June 1989 for his service to the RAAF as Air Officer Commanding, Support Command. For his service with the USAF, Alan Reed was awarded the United States Distinguished Flying Cross with oak leaf cluster. His final rank with the Air Force was Air Vice Marshal and his last posting was with Headquarters, Australian Force Vietnam (RAAF Element) Woven cloth badge black, white & grey, flag shaped.Aussie Air Pirate.Skull and Cross Bones .cloth badge, alan reed, alan raymond reed, royal australian air force, 052363, squadron leader alan reed, pilot, headquarters, australian force vietnam, raaf element, 12th tactical reconnaissance squadron, officer of the order of australia, ao, united states distinguished flying cross

Squadron Leader Alan Reed from the Royal Australian Air Force 052363 served in Vietnam from 26 May 1968 until 20 November 1968. He spent most of his tour detached to the 12th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron, US Air Force. He was made an Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) in June 1989 for his service to the RAAF as Air Officer Commanding, Support Command. For his service with the USAF, Alan Reed was awarded the United States Distinguished Flying Cross with oak leaf cluster. His final rank with the Air Force was Air Vice Marshal and his last posting was with Headquarters, Australian Force Vietnam (RAAF Element) Circular woven cloth badge with Phantom air craft on it and red writing.Mc.Donnell Phantom II ' White, Red, Blue, Black. Velcro Back.cloth badge, insignia, squadron leader alan reed, royal air force, 052363, 12th tactical reconnaissance squadron, raaf, united states distinguished flying cross, united states air force, usaf, air vice marshall allan reed, australian force headquarters, raaf element

Squadron Leader Alan Reed from the Royal Australian Air Force 052363 served in Vietnam from 26 May 1968 until 20 November 1968. He spent most of his tour detached to the 12th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron, US Air Force. He was made an Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) in June 1989 for his service to the RAAF as Air Officer Commanding, Support Command. For his service with the USAF, Alan Reed was awarded the United States Distinguished Flying Cross with oak leaf cluster. His final rank with the Air Force was Air Vice Marshal and his last posting was with Headquarters, Australian Force Vietnam (RAAF Element) Rectangular woven cloth badge signifying '100 Missions in Vietnam' white, red and black.Ace of Spades insignia.cloth badge, alan reed, royal australian air force, 052363, 12th tactical reconnaissance squadron, us air force, united states distinguished flying cross, air vice marshall allan reed, squadron leader alan reed, pilot, australian force headquarters, raaf

Squadron Leader Alan Reed from the Royal Australian Air Force 052363 served in Vietnam from 26 May 1968 until 20 November 1968. He spent most of his tour detached to the 12th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron, US Air Force. He was made an Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) in June 1989 for his service to the RAAF as Air Officer Commanding, Support Command. For his service with the USAF, Alan Reed was awarded the United States Distinguished Flying Cross with oak leaf cluster. His final rank with the Air Force was Air Vice Marshal and his last posting was with Headquarters, Australian Force Vietnam (RAAF Element) ' Jolly Greens ' card / tickets to ride used in rescue operations for downed American airmen through out the Vietnam War. Ticket to Ride: Jolly Greens was the nickname given to the US helicopters that rescued downed aircrew. The reverse side of this card reads: redeemable only by Alan Reed from "Down Under".GOOD FOR ONE FREE RIDE. Redeemable only by Alan Reed from 'Down Under' DON"T ACCEPT SUBSTITUTES INSIST ON THE ORIGINAL. Jolly Greens. DET 1 40th ARRS.jolly green ticket, alan reed, squadron leader alan reed, royal australian air force, 052363, 12th tactical reconnaissance squadron, united states air force, usaf, united states distinguished flying cross, australian force headquarters, pilot, raaf element, air vice marshall allan reed

CITATION TO ACCOMPANY THE AWARD OF THE DISTINGUISHED FLYING CROSS (First Oak Leaf Cluster) Squadron leader Alan R Reed distinguished himself by extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as and RD-4C Aircraft Commander in Southeast Asia on 24 August 1968. On that date, he flew his aircraft repeatedly through intense hostile ground fire to obtain complete photographic coverage of the target. In addition, he voluntarily remained in that hostile environment for as long as fuel would allow, to act as a spotter and to pass firing corrections to friendly artillery. The professional competence, aerial skill, and devotion to duty displayed by Squadron Leader Reed reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.Black and White photo in black and white frame of SQN LDR Alan Reed receiving a citation to accompany Distinguished Flying Cross 21 /08 /1968. with supporting info.flying cross, alan reed

Certificate stating that the United States of America has awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross (First Oak Leaf Cluster) to Flight Lt. Garry Cooper of the RAAF for heroism while participating in aerial flight.distinguished flying cross, gary cooper (flgt lt.)

The Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC) is a military decoration of the United States Armed Forces. The medal was established on July 2, 1926, and is currently awarded to any persons who, after April 6, 1917, distinguish themselves by single acts of heroism or extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight. Both heroism and extraordinary achievement are entirely distinctive, involving operations that are not routine. The medal may be awarded to friendly foreign military members in ranks equivalent to U.S. Pay Grade of O-6 and below, in combat in support operations.Distinguished Flying Cross medal in a wooden frame with glass front. Gold coloured medal described as "First Oak Leaf Cluster" attached to blue, white and red striped ribbon mounted on navy blue velvet.distinguished flying cross, alan reed, united states air force, vietnam

Black and white framed photgraph of Alan Reed being awarded the US Distinguished Flying Cross by Brig Gen Walty Commander TARC and Air Attache Air Audio, CDR WilliamsonCertificate stating United States Of Americaflying cross, alan reed, photograph, united states of america

non-fictionThis book is a record of those Australian servicemen who were awarded British and Foreign awards for service in South Vietnamroyal australian navy, royal australian army, royal australian air force, campaing service medal, 1 rar, 1 apc tp., 105 field battery, 161 fd battery rnza, 3 fd trp (rae), 1 aust log spt coy, 161 recce flight, army distinguished service order, armed force honour medal, air medal for valour, british empire medal, bronze star, civil actions medal, commander of the order of the bath, commander of the order of the british empire, conspicuous gallantry medal (flying), distinguished conduct medal, distinguished flying cross, distinguished service order, distinguished service cross, education and cultural service medal, ethnic monorities medal, gallantry cross, george medal, legion of merit, life saving medal, military cross, military medal, military merit medal, meritorious unit commendation, national defence medal with bronze star, national defence medal with silver star, national medal of merit (civil), the national order of the republic of vietnam, navy service medal, presidential unit citation, soldiers medal, silver star, social welfare medal, staff service medal, training service medal, united states air force outstanding unit award, united states navy meritorious unit commendation, united states navy unit commendation, victoria cross

On A4 gloss paper is the details from the United States of America of the Distinguished Flying Cross which was awarded to Flight Lieutenant Garry G. Cooper from Royal Australian Air Force for Heroism While Participating in Aerial Flight on the 6 May 1968. See photograph for more information on this award. The details are in black on a yellow background. There is a copy of a medal at the top of the document and it is signed by the Chief of Staff and Secretary of the Air Force. photocopy, flt lt g.g. cooper, garry cooper, 0219964, pilot, distinguished flying cross, australian force vietnam, raaf, united states of america, royal australian air force

A copy of a Certificate of Combat Service. There is an insignia between Certificate and Combat Service. Under Combat Service reads Be it known to all men that Captain Gary G. Cooper served with the 9th Infantry Division in Armed conflict against insurgent forces in the Republic of Vietnam. Under this is the signature of Julian J Ewell - Major General USA. Commanding General Down the left hand side there is a red and yellow stripe with an US insignia near the bottom. The background of the certificate is in a beige marbled effect.certificate, certificate of combat service, united states, flt lt g.g. cooper, gary cooper (flgt lt.), 0219964, flight lieutenant, air pilots, distinguished flying cross, australian force vietnam, raaf, 9th infantry division, republic of vietnam

a 3 X A4 page document for Recommendation for Decoration for Flight Lieutenant Cooper, Garry G. who was based at the Officer's mess, RAAF Base, Williamstown in NSW, Pages two and three describe the reason for the recommendation (see photos for the full story). The document is signed by James T. Patrick, Lt Col, USAF Commander on the 19th July 1968.recommendation for decoration, flt lt g.g. cooper, cooper garry gordon, 0219964, pilot, distinguished flying cross, australian force vietnam, raaf, royal australian air force, raaf base, williamstown, forward air controller, lt. col james t. patrick, usaf, commander

On A4 paper is a copy from the Department of the Army, Company B, 3D Battalion, 39th Infantry, 9th Infantry Division, APO San Francisco 96371. See the photograph for the details of the letter. It is signed by William L Forrester, 1LT, Infantry Commanding.department of the army, company b, 3d battalion, 39th infantry, 9th infantry division, apo san francisco, flt lt g.g. cooper, garry cooper, william l forrester, infantry commanding, 0219964, pilot, distinguished flying cross, australian force vietnam, raaf, royal australian air force