June 1945 - Kawajalein - Fourth Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster to Air Medal awarded to Ralph A Blakelock, Major, pilot, Air Corps, United States Army, entered the military service from Auburn, NY.

The citation is as follows: "For meritorious achievement in flight. As a crew member of a bombardment type aircraft, he participated in five (5) additional strike sorties against the enemy displaying high professional skill, courage, and devotion to duty which reflected great credit upon himself and the Army Air Forces."

August 1945 - Kwajalein -Distinguished Flying Cross awarded Ralph A Blakelock, Major, pilot, Air Corps, United States Army, entered the military service from Auburn, NY.

The citation is as follows: "For extraordinary achievement in flight. Each as a crew member of a bombardment type aircraft, participated in fifteen (15) strike sorties against the enemy during which enemy attack was probable and expected. Throughout these combat operations, each displayed high professional skill, courage, and devotion to duty which exemplifies the highest traditions of the Army Air Force".

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