Tank Buster Ribbon

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Awarded to a pilot for exceptional performance in wiping out enemy armor.

Contents 1 March 2010 2 February 2010 3 January 2010 4 December 2009 5 November 2009 6 September 2009 7 August 2009 8 July 2009 9 May 2009 10 March 2009 11 February 2009 12 January 2009 13 November 2008 14 October 2008 15 September 2008 16 August 2008 17 April 2008 18 January 2008 19 December 2007 20 October 2007 21 June 2007 22 March 2007 23 December 2006 24 November 2006 25 See Also

March 2010

The following players are awarded the Tank Buster ribbon With the following totals for tanks destroyed during the Bloody Peleliu event:

GRR_lastinline^XO (85)

GRR_Xtreme^CO (84)

VF10AF_WarDogsMC^ACO (75)

For leading the Axis forces in tank kills during the Battle of Bloody Peleliu, the following pilots are recommended for the Tank Buster ribbon:

kz_shiba <(27)

_Vandalizer_ (16)

_WILD_LIVING_AXO^CO (12)

ALL41_IKE (11)

February 2010

The following Axis pilots stood above the rest when it was time to destroy Allied tanks during the Monte Camino event. For their efforts they are awarded the Tank Buster ribbon:

Hells_Zaunkoenig^WCO (15 tank kills)

JG51_Sassy_^XO (28 tank kills)

Borb_AXISOPPS (15 tank kills)

AXISCO__88__ (20 tank kills)

For their role in destroying enemy armor during the Monte Camino event, the following pilots are awarded the Tank Buster ribbon:

GRR_lastinline^XO (31 tank kills)

StonedBaron (32 tank kills)

January 2010

For destroying large numbers of enemy tanks during the Bobdubi Ridge battle, JG51_Beowolf^CO (33) and _EA_Rall^DO (30) are awarded the Tank Buster Service ribbon.

For significant numbers of enemy tanks destroyed during the Bobdubi Ridge battle, the following pilots are awarded the Tank Buster Service ::ribbon:

_Lando_Sackett^FCO (36 tanks destroyed)

GRR_lastinline^XO (33)

AH_Nightrider^BCO (30)

USMC_RS_DuTcHIcE (29)

December 2009

For leading the Axis team with 44 tanks destroyed during the Donets Corridor event, KOSHIN_BENTEN^CO is awarded the Tank Buster ribbon.

There were plenty of tanks to kill in the battle for the Donets Corridor. The following pilots led the Allies and have been recommended for the Tank Buster ribbon:

StonedBaron (33 tanks destroyed)

_BANZAI_Lost (22)

FG_RedBull_Dog (18)

NNS_Squat (19)

Buzzard_olcrow (18)

November 2009

Massive triggers caused tanks to roll across much enemy territory during the Big Classic XI! These players took it as their mission to prevent the enemy from capturing nearby real estate. HQ recognizes them with the Tank Buster ribbon.

__Mack__ (21)

Hells_Zaunkoenig^WCO (23)

__REZ__28__ (33)

KOSHIN_BENTEN^CO (27)

_RED_Sackett^XO (43)

LTD_NO_Sweat (30)

56TH_waterBUG_XO (21)

SpO_Oky (21)

USA_Stray_Dog^DO (47)

September 2009

Overlooked in the previous awards presentations is FG_RedBull_Dog, who is hereby awarded the Tank Buster ribbon for his efforts during the Kursk event.

The leading Allied tank busters during the Guam event were _RM_StonedBaron^XO and GRR_lastinline^XO. Their daring under enemy ground and aerial fire has deemed them eligible to wear the Tank Buster ribbon. ATAC is thankful for their service and continued success against the Axis forces.

JG54_Trautloft^DO led the Axis team with 31 tanks destroyed during the Lake Balaton event and is therefore awarded the Tank Buster ribbon.

Leading all Allied pilots in tanks destroyed during the Lake Balaton event with 116 was NNS_Squat^BCO. He is therefore deemed eligible to wear the Tank Buster ribbon. Other pilots achieving high numbers of tanks destroyed and also eligible are:

DW_SouthPaw

GRR_lastinline^XO

_RM_StonedBaron^XO

DW_Blazeoglory

_RED_Sackett^XO

LTD_BERN1^JXO

DW_Dozer^OP

DOW_WileCat^CO

RAF71_Boxer_CO^CO

LTD_cunuk

USA_Stray_Dog^DO

GRR_tule

August 2009

Several pilots also realized great success by targeting tanks during the Big Classic X event. By flying into hostile skies and focusing on the task at hand, they are recognized for their efforts by issuance of the Tank Buster ribbon.

_WILD_JUSTUS (69 tanks)

__RM__StonedBaron^XO (50 tanks)

USA_Stray_Dog^DO (33 tanks)

_HC_Uwohali (22 tanks)

For destroying 39 Allied tanks during the Kursk event, Hells_Zaunkoenig^WCO is awarded the Tank Buster ribbon.

For leading the Axis team with 29 enemy tanks destroyed during the Guam battle, 761_seinyan is awarded the Tank Buster ribbon.

July 2009

Leading all Allied pilots in tanks destroyed during Kursk with 96, GRR_lastinline^XO is deemed eligible to wear the Tank Buster ribbon. Other pilots achieving high numbers of tanks destroyed and also eligible are:

NNS_Squat^BCO (93 tanks)

_RED_Sackett^XO (80 tanks)

56TH_D_Schilling^DO (70 tanks)

RAF71_Boxer_CO^CO (42 tanks)

LTD_cunuk (41 tanks)

May 2009

Destroying enemy tanks was the goal for many players during the Big Classic IX event. The following players are recognized for their efforts with the Tank Buster ribbon.

__REZ__28__ (104)

AH_ArcAngel (28)

GRR_HardlyStable^BCO (34)

RAPTURE (40)

StonedBaron (38)

Several pilots also realized great success by targeting tanks during the Milne Bay event. By flying into hostile skies and focusing on the task at hand, they shall be recognized for their efforts by issuance of the Tank Buster ribbon. These pilots are:

AH_Ranger_ (31 tanks)

_BANZAI_Roncapt^RO (29 tanks)

NNS_Squat^BCO (26 tanks)

March 2009

Several pilots also realized great success by targeting tanks or buildings during the Operation Battleaxe event. By flying into hostile skies and focusing on the task at hand, they shall be recognized for their efforts by issuance of the Tank Buster Ribbon

AH_Ranger_ (61 tanks)

NNS_Squat (52 tanks)

_BANZAI_KITKAT1^RO (32 tanks)

ROAR_ingDeV1L (19 tanks)

February 2009

For their efforts in providing defense during the Big Classic VIII event against approaching enemy tank columns, the following pilots are awarded the Tank Buster ribbon:

_BANZAI_Holmeles

_SA_Hades_FXO_

_Orrin_Sackett_

_TBH_Acer_CO

RAF71_Kit_chen

GRR_Tule

January 2009

For exterminating 71 enemy tanks during the Red Tide event, AH_Ranger_ is awarded the Tank Buster Service ribbon.

For eliminating 51 enemy tanks during the Red Tide event, AH_Thirdhorse is awarded the Tank Buster Service ribbon.

For killing 42 enemy tanks during the Red Tide event, _HC_Impala is awarded the Tank Buster Service ribbon.

For destroying 42 enemy tanks during the Red Tide event, AH_Groucho_ACO is awarded the Tank Buster Service ribbon.

For exterminating 34 enemy tanks during the Red Tide event, AH_Eagle_FXO is awarded the Tank Buster Service ribbon.

ALL41_chopRjock eliminated 23 enemy tanks during the Red Tide event and earned the Tank Buster Service ribbon.

ALL41_SPYDR_1 destroyed 22 enemy tanks during Red Tide event and earned the Tank Buster Service ribbon.

AH_SkyJackeL_XO killed 21 enemy tanks during the Red Tideevent and earned the Tank Buster Service ribbon.

Red20MMTex exterminated 21 enemy tanks during the Red Tide event and earned the Tank Buster Service ribbon.

November 2008

BRS_Knight of the Black Rose Squadron destroyed 60 enemy tanks during the Big Classic VII event, the most for the Axis pilots, while flying an IL 10 for the Axis is awarded the Tank Buster ribbon.

_RED_Sackett_XO of the Sackett’s Land squadron destroyed 49 enemy tanks destroyed flying for the Allied forces during the Big Classic VII event and he is hereby awarded the Tank Buster ribbon.

Another focus for Allied air forces in the Tetsu No Ame event was the destruction of enemy tank columns. Leading the charge were FG_RedBull_Dog (21 tanks) and GRR_lastinline (17 tanks). For these accomplishments Allied Command wishes to award them the Tank Buster ribbon. Their actions reflect greatly upon themselves and the squads they represent.

October 2008

Many individuals, whether flying as independents or associated with a squad, distinguished themselves from their peers during the Falaise Pocket battle by performing outstandingly in the skies over Falaise. Allied Command would like to recognize the following pilots for their individual efforts in this battle. Flying his B17 Flying Fortress, HG_RO_Kingcan destroyed 41 Panthers and Tigers and was the leading Allied tank killer. Other pilots achieving high numbers of tank kills were GRR_lastinline (31), GRR_Xtreme (30), NNS_Squat (26), StonedBaron (25), DW_GeminiFear (25) and HG_HeliMech488 (22). For these accomplishments Allied Command wishes to award them the Tank Buster ribbon.

September 2008

For the destruction of 34 Allied tanks against overwhelming odds during the Avalanche On Salerno event, Taven_88 is awarded the Tank Buster ribbon.

For the destruction of 30 Allied tanks against overwhelming odds during the Avalanche On Salerno event, King_JG26 is awarded the Tank Buster ribbon.

Flying his B-25 Mitchell into enemy territory, Red20MMTex managed to destroy 39 Panthers and was the leading Allied tank killer. For his accomplishment during the Avalanche On Salerno event, Allied Command wishes to award him the Tank Buster ribbon.

August 2008

Destroying enemy tanks produced by multiple triggers during the Big Classic VI battle was the goal of many pilots. The following pilots are awarded the Tank Buster ribbon for destroying numerous enemy tanks:

_RED_Sackett_OT (55)

ALL41_IKE (21)

BATTLEAXE (36)

GRR_HARDLYSTABLE (36)

GRR_XTREME (33)

JG51_Xwifeh8tr (15)

PIPELINE (17)

One of the keys to Allied victory during the Tango In Tunisia event was the annihilation of all enemy armor. Again, several individuals rose to the occasion and left smoking columns of twisted steel in their wake. NNS_Squat (97 tanks), S_Moose (73 tanks), _BANZAI_KITKAT1 (41 tanks), AH_GRIM_BXO (33 tanks), GRR_Xtreme (31 tanks) and AASF_SCOEY_CO (30 tanks) all should feel honored to wear the Tank Buster ribbon for their efforts in stopping the Axis ground forces.

As was evident, destruction of the enemy's armor was paramount to victory during the Summer In Sicily event. Flying his A20 Havoc into enemy territory, _RedBull managed to destroy 12 Panthers and was the leading Allied tank killer. For his accomplishment Allied Command wishes to award him the Tank Buster ribbon.

April 2008

Defending against the onslaught of enemy tanks produced by multiple triggers during the Big Classic V battle was the task of many pilots. The following pilots are awarded the Tankbuster ribbon for destroying numerous enemy tanks:

_BANZAI_BigCat2B (9)

_TBH_DuTcHIcE_BC (17)

ALL41_Hooligan (8)

ALL41_IKE (14)

GRR_HardlyStable (11)

GRR_Idiot (20)

NNS_Squat (25)

TFC_WakTiger (19)

January 2008

DW_Southpaw is without a doubt the bane of Axis armor. His skill in the TU-2, enabled him to repeatedly weave through an onslaught of enemy fighters, and wipe out entire tank colums just seconds from the field he was defending. In recognition of his achievements during the Storming Novgorod battle, DW_Southpaw has earned the right to wear the Tank Buster ribbon.

December 2007

Defensive ops were the order of the day for the Big Classic IV event where to seek and destroy the numerous tanks were the mission for several undaunted pilots. The following pilots are awarded the Tankbuster ribbon for destroying numerous enemy tanks:

56th_Aurora_AK who destroyed 36 tanks flying for GE.

56th_WaterBUG who destroyed 43 tanks flying for GE

LUFT30_Polecat who destroyed 21 tanks flying for GE.

SDG_NekoNabe who destroyed 61 tanks flying for SU.

SparkyBlue who destroyed 22 tanks flying for GB.

VAC_Tigerpaws who destroyed 26 tanks flying for GB.

XIII_Aenema_TO who destroyed 20 tanks flying for GE.

XIII_Eulogy_CO who destroyed 18 tanks flying for GE.

October 2007

ButchtheBlade - For destroying 36 tanks during the Classic Showdown I battle.

June 2007

_RedBull - During the latter half of the Stalingrad battle _RedBull repeatedly attacked the German tank columns. He always seemed to approach from a different and unexpected location. He was able to frequently evade the covering pilots and took out several tanks on each pass he made. His flying was exceptional and his aim accurate, resulting in 51 tanks left as smoking hulks in his wake.

GRR_Xtreme_XO - During the Stalingrad battle GRR_Xtreme_XO was relentless in his attacks on the German tank columns, single-handedly destroying several entire columns of Panthers. His efforts resulted in 52 confirmed tank kills and was instrumental to the Allied victory.

DW_SouthPaw - Undaunted by waves of defending fighters, DW_SouthPaw pushed through his attacks on the German armored columns during the Stalingrad battle. Using a combination of bombs, rockets and cannon, "Lefty" converted 61 of Germany's finest tanks into steaming heaps of scrap metal, the most of any pilot during the battle.

March 2007

JG51_Pokie - For his performance during the Barbarossa event, when there were two instances where SU tanks were literally seconds away from splitting into attack formation to capture an Axis base, only to be thwarted by a string of bombs miraculously dropped in time to prevent it. As observed by AXCO_Cavefox, "If I didn't see it with my own eyes, I wouldn't have believed it! Pokie just creamed an entire line of tanks with that drop! Holy $#%&!".

HC_Marshall - For his performance during the Barbarossa event, when there were two instances where SU tanks were literally seconds away from splitting into attack formation to capture an Axis base, only to be thwarted by a string of bombs miraculously dropped in time to prevent it. As observed by LUFT20_Clove, "HC Marshall that killed a line of tanks by himself. Most impressive string of bombs I've seen in awhile. I think the Tank Buster Ribbon would be most appropriate."

December 2006

Buzzard_Shoot_MA - For dedication to duty during the Barbarossa event, while flying unescorted against a large force of GE defenders and for getting through and bombing tanks heading to SU airfields.

AH_Gibber - For exceptional performance in destroying enemy tank columns during the Barbarossa event.

_HC_VONRUF - For successfully clearing out armored defenses at nearly every scene taken by the Hellcatz during the Barbarossa event, for upholding the tradition of the Hellcatz by sowing destruction on enemy tanks.

November 2006

HC_enigma - For meritorious service in destroying advancing Allied tank columns during the Paris In October event.

HC_wo_IMPALA - For meritorious service in destroying advancing Allied tank columns during the Paris In October event.

JG51_Totentanz - For meritorious service in destroying advancing Allied tank columns during the Paris In October event.

JG51_Jaeger_Fam - For meritorious service in destroying advancing Allied tank columns during the Paris In October event.

See Also

Fighter Ace Event Awards

Fighter Ace Medals