Korean War
| Rank | Lieutenant Colonel U.S. Air Force |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | March 25 1953 |
Air Medal
Distinguished Flying Cross
World War II Victory Medal
For his leadership and valor, Lieutenant Colonel Brittingham was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross, the Air Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster, World War II Victory Medal and others.
Notes
USMA Class of January 1943, Lieutenant Colonel Brittingham was a veteran of World War II, serving in England with the 9th Bomber Group (Heavy). During the Korean War, he was a member of Headquarters, Air Research and Development Command. On March 25, 1953, he was landing his aircraft at Friendship Airport, Baltimore, Maryland when it crashed killing all three on board.