Johnnie Rainbolt, USAF Dress Blue Uniform
Johnnie Rainbolt Receives Bronze Star Medal
Johnnie Rainbolt's Medals
Rainbolt served in the US Air Force with tours in Germany and two tours during the Vietnam War. Vietnam: 1964th Communications Group , (AFCS), 7th Air Force. Tan Son Nhut Air Base, Republic of Vietnam.
(1) MSGT USAF Dress Blue Uniform
(1) Display case with medals, nametags
(1) Binder of Papers, Photos, Certificates
(1) Bronze Star Certificate and Citation
Master Sergeant Johnnie J. Rainbolt "Distinguished himself by meritorious service while serving with friendly foreign forces engaged in military operations against an opposing armed force in Southeast Asia from 4 February 1967 to 3 February 1968. During this period, he consistently demonstrated his professional ability, sound judgement, and great enthusiasm to overcome the many involived problems associated with countering aggression. His superb performance and significant contributions assisted materially in the success and effectiveness of United States military operations in Southeast Asia. The exemplary leadership, personal endeavor, and devotion to duty displayed by Sergeant Rainbolt reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
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