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Home Town Bristow, Oklahoma
Last Address La Crosse, Wisconsin
Date of Passing Oct 30, 2011
Location of Interment Oak Hill Cemetery - South St Paul, Minnesota
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He was the aircraft commander of MC-130E "Cherry Two" during the Son Tay Raid into North Vietnam Nov 20-21, 1970.
Synopsis of his Silver Star citation: Awarded for actions during the Vietnam War
(Citation Needed) - SYNOPSIS: Lieutenant Colonel Albert P. Blosch, United States Air Force, was awarded the Silver Star for gallantry in connection with military operations against an armed enemy of the United States as a member of an all-volunteer joint U.S. Army and Air Force raiding force in the Joint Chiefs of Staff-directed heliborne assault mission to rescue United States military personnel held as prisoners of war at Son Tay prison in North Vietnam, on 21 November 1970. The personal skill and extreme courage displayed by Colonel Blosch in his gallant actions during the heroic rescue attempt contributed immeasurably to the ultimate effectiveness and tactical success of the mission. By his gallantry and devotion to duty, Colonel Blosch has reflected great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force. General Orders: Department of the Air Force, Special Order GB-985 (December 15, 1970)
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