T-6 Texan
Un avión robusto de un solo motor usado para entrenar pilotos novatos y realizar patrullas de seguridad costera durante la Segunda Guerra Mundial.
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Historia
El North American T-6 Texan fue el avión de entrenamiento avanzado más famoso de la era de la Segunda Guerra Mundial. Preparó a miles de aviadores militares para volar aviones de combate de alta velocidad y bombarderos pesados de varios motores. Colombia compró T-6 Texans a partir de 1940 para fortalecer su joven fuerza aérea. Durante la Segunda Guerra Mundial, los pilotos colombianos los volaron en misiones de vigilancia costera para buscar submarinos alemanes escondidos cerca de las rutas de navegación próximas al Canal de Panamá. La Fuerza Aérea Colombiana continuó volando el Texan hasta bien entrada la Guerra Fría. Sirvió como entrenador de pilotos y avión ligero de ataque terrestre antes de ser retirado cuando los aviones a reacción se volvieron comunes.
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Medallas y condecoraciones de combate
Air Force Cross for Aeronautical Merit
This medal is given to members of the Air Force for their excellent work in the sky.
Medal for Service in War Overseas
This medal honors soldiers who served in international conflicts outside of Colombia, like the Korean War.
Military Medal Herido en Acción
This medal is given to soldiers who are wounded while serving their country in battle.
Military Medal for Distinguished Service to the General Staff
This medal honors those who provide excellent service to the leaders of the armed forces.
Military Medal of Valor
This medal is given to soldiers who show great courage during times of peace or civil unrest.
Military Order of St. Matthew
This is the highest military award in Colombia, given for extreme bravery during wars to defend the country.
Order of Boyacá
This is a very important award given for great service to Colombia, often to military and civilian leaders.
Order of Military Merit Antonio Nariño
This award recognizes soldiers who have provided outstanding service to the Colombian military.
Order of Military Merit José María Córdova
This order honors military members for their excellent service and dedication to the Colombian armed forces.
Order of Naval Merit Almirante Padilla
This is a special award given to members of the Navy for their great service and bravery.
