Wilfred Goodson graduated from the U.S. Air Force Academy at Colorado Springs, Colorado, Class of 1960. He retired in 1985 as a U.S. Air Force Brigadier General.
Sponsored by:
Wilfred
L.
Goodson
1939
–
Born:
McAlester
,
Oklahoma
Home:
McAlester
,
Oklahoma
Awards Received
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Legion of Merit
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General Wilfred L. Goodson, United States Air Force, was awarded the Legion of Merit for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Goodson and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
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Distinguished Flying Cross
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
CaptainBatallion:
90th Tactical Fighter SquadronDivision:
Bien Hoa Air Base, Republic of VietnamAction Date:
Vietnam War
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Captain Wilfred L. Goodson, United States Air Force, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as an F-100 Pilot of the 90th Tactical Fighter Squadron, Bien Hoa Air Base, Republic of Vietnam, in action against the enemy over Southeast Asia in 1967. His devotion to duty and courage under all conditions serve as an inspiration to his fellow flyers. His actions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States.