Gary Thomas was commissioned in the Marine Corps in 1984 after graduating from the University of Texas. He was designated a Naval Aviator in 1986. From 2018 to 2021 he served as the 35th Vice Commandant of the United States Marine Corps.
Gary Thomas was commissioned in the Marine Corps in 1984 after graduating from the University of Texas. He was designated a Naval Aviator in 1986. From 2018 to 2021 he served as the 35th Vice Commandant of the United States Marine Corps.
Under the provisions of Department of Defense 1348.33-M, the Secretary of Defense has awarded the Defense Superior Service Medal to Brigadier General Gary L. Thomas, United States Marine Corps, for exceptionally superior service to the Department of Defense. The distinctive accomplishments of Brigadier General Thomas reflect great credit upon himself, the United States Marine Corps, and the Department of Defense.
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General Gary L. Thomas, United States Marine Corps, was awarded the Legion of Merit for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States.