Duke Richardson enlisted in the Air Force in 1983 as an Avionics Technician, and later received his commission via Officer Training School. In 2013 he was appointed a U.S. Air Force Brigadier General, and in 2016 was selected for promotion to Major General.
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Awards Received
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Legion of Merit
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Defense Superior Service Medal
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Legion of Merit
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General Duke Z. Richardson, 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 Richardson 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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Defense Superior Service Medal
Under the provisions of Department of Defense 1348.33-M, the Secretary of Defense has awarded the Defense Superior Service Medal to Brigadier General Duke Z. Richardson, United States Air Force, for exceptionally superior service to the Department of Defense. The distinctive accomplishments of Brigadier General Richardson reflect great credit upon himself, the United States Air Force, and the Department of Defense.
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General Duke Z. Richardson, United States Air Force, was awarded a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of 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 Richardson and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.