Thomas William Rodger
Era | Vietnam War |
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Branch | U.S. Navy |
Rank | Commander |
Military Decorations | Distinguished Flying Cross |
Wall | I |
Wall Side | 1 |
Row | 2 |
Plaque Number | 10 |
MEDALS-RIBBONS: Distinguished Flying Cross, Naval Aviator, Air Medal w/18 Stars, Navy Commendation w/3 Stars, Navy Achievement w/2 Stars, Navy Unit Commendation w/2 Stars, National Defense, Vietnam Service, Vietnam Campaign, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry
Assigned to VF-143, he flew 249 combat missions in the F4 off carriers Ranger and Constellation. Commander Rodger retired after commanding VF-301 at NAS Miramar.