COLLINS, QUINCY
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Citadel Class of 1953. James Quincy Collins, Jr., was an outstanding USAF pilot in the Vietnam War. He was shot down on September 2, 1965, and made a prisoner of war. North Vietnam released him on February 12, 1973. In his career he accumulated over 3,000 hours of jet time. His military decorations include: 2 Silver Stars; Legion of Merit; 2 Bronze Stars; 2 Air Medals; 2 Purple Hearts; Distinguished Service Medal; and Meritorious Service Medal. He retired from the Air Force as a Colonel in 1974. He later worked in business and civic affairs in Charlotte, N.C. (Source: "Bio, Collins, James Q.,", February 8, 2005) (DH)
