How to
find Jim in the “Wall of Honor” at the
Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum
On the Website:
Go to the
following website: http://airandspace.si.edu
1. Scroll down the page until you see the section
"Wall of Honor"
*Click on the picture
2. Scroll halfway down the new page and look in the
right margin
*Enter the name CAESAR in the box under the heading “Find an Honoree.”
3. Scroll halfway down the new page and look for
“Your search results.”
*Click on James M. Caesar
4. A summary of his distinguished flying cross
citation will appear.
Honoree:
James M. Caesar
James M. Caesar
Wall of Honor Location:
Foil: 006 Panel: 03 Column: 03 Line: 033
Foil: 006 Panel: 03 Column: 03 Line: 033
Dedicated Panel:
Distinguished Flying Cross Society
Distinguished Flying Cross Society
Wall of Honor Level:
Air and Space Friend
Air and Space Friend
The
President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished
Flying Cross to Captain James M. Caesar for heroism while participating in
aerial flight evidenced by voluntary actions above and beyond the call of duty.
Captain Caesar distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous actions while
serving as aircraft commander in the wing ship of a light fire team of
helicopter gunships in support of Allied ground elements near Fire Support Base
Five. Captain Caesar voluntarily flew his aircraft against heavily fortified
enemy small arms and anti-aircraft positions. Despite the intense barrage of
fire, Captain Caesar continually made close runs, in extremely poor visibility
and hazardous terrain, to place highly effective and accurate rocket fire on
the hostile positions. Captain Caesar displayed outstanding leadership
abilities, directing his co-pilot's fire to suppress the enemy positions and at
the same time covering the vulnerable lead aircraft. His previous combat
experience enabled him to comprehend the friendly elements plight and assist
them in finding cover from the attacking enemy. His outstanding skill as an
aviator allowed him to successfully complete the mission. Captain Caesar's
courage, professionalism, and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest
traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his
unit and the United States Army.
At the Smithsonian:
1. Visit the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy
Center (New Air and Space Museum) in Chantilly VA.
2. Stop
by the Welcome Center inside the Museum.
3. Ask to be directed to the following location:
Engraved Name
|
Foil
|
Panel
|
Column
|
Line
|
006
|
03
|
03
|
033
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