GYSGT Robert R. Jones
Biography
Robert served in the Marine Corps from 1956 to 1976 as an Aviation Structural Mechanic. He worked on A-4 and A-7 aircraft, as well as CH-53 helicopters. Robert was deployed to Vietnam with HMH-463 "Pegasus" as part of the Marine 1st Air Wing. He conducted medivac, SAR, combat troop transport, and supply missions.
Decorations
Badges: Pistol Qualification Badge with Sharpshooter Clasp, Rifle Qualification Badge with Marksman Clasp
Medals-Top Row (L-R): Navy Combat Action Ribbon, Navy and Marine Corps Presidential Unit Citation
Second Row (L-R): Navy Meritorious Unit Commendation, Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal
Bottom Row (L-R): Vietnam Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross Unit Citation, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal
Stripes: Service Stripes (4)
