Korean War
| Service # | AO-433443 |
|---|---|
| Rank | Major U.S. Air Force |
| Date of Death | March 29 1953 |
National Defense Service Medal
World War II Victory Medal
Major Adcock was awarded the World War II Victory Medal and the National Defense Service Medal..
Notes
Major Adcock was a veteran of World War II. During the Korean War, he commanded the 375th Bomber Squadron, 308th Bomber Wing based at Hunter Air Force Base. On March 29, 1953, he was the pilot of a B-29 that departed from Lajes Field, Azores enroute to Hunter AFB. Shortly after takeoff it crashed near Praia, Terceira Island, Azores killing six airmen.