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Frank
Cardile
1941

–

Frank Cardile graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Class of 1963. He retired in 1992 as a U.S. Air Force Brigadier General.

Awards Received

  • Air Force Distinguished Service Medal

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Brigadier General

    Regiment:

    Electronic Systems Division

    Division:

    Hanscom Air Force Base, Massachusetts

    Action Date:

    July 25, 1988 – July 14, 1991

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Air Force Distinguished Service Medal to Brigadier General Frank Cardile (AFSN: FR-7077), United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States. General Cardile distinguished himself as Deputy Commander for Tactical Systems, and as Vice Commander, Electronic Systems Division, Hanscom Air Force Base, Massachusetts, from 25 July 1988 to 14 July 1991. During this period, General Cardile’s outstanding achievements and dynamic leadership and initiative resulted in the development, acquisition, and operational fielding of numerous command, control, communications, and intelligence weapons and support systems. These systems greatly enhanced the readiness and capability of the Air Force, Army, Navy, Marine Corps, and other combat forces. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Cardile reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Brigadier General

    Action Date:

    1980 – 1983
    United States Military Academy Register of Graduates

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General Frank Cardile (AFSN: FR-7077), 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 with Headquarters, U.S. Air Force, from 1980 to 1983. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Cardile and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

  • Air Force Distinguished Service Medal

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Brigadier General

    Action Date:

    1991 – 1992
    United States Military Academy Register of Graduates

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General Frank Cardile (AFSN: FR-7077), United States Air Force, was awarded a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Air Force Distinguished Service Medal for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States as Commander, 438th Air Wing, from 1991 to 1992. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Cardile culminate a long and distinguished career in the service of his country and his dedicated contributions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Captain

    Batallion:

    37th Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Squadron

    Regiment:

    3d Aerospace and Recovery Group

    Division:

    DaNang Air Base, Vietnam

    Action Date:

    March 30, 1968
    Headquarters, 7th Air Force, Special Orders G-109 (January 8, 1969)

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918 (amended by an act of July 25, 1963), takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Silver Star to Captain Frank Cardile (AFSN: FR-7077), United States Air Force, for gallantry in connection with military operations against an opposing armed force while serving as an HH-3E Pilot of the 37th Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Squadron, 3d Aerospace and Recovery Group, SEVENTH Air Force, DaNang Air Base, Vietnam, in action near the A Shau Valley, Republic of Vietnam, on 30 March 1968. On that date, Captain Cardile flew over hostile territory in low overcast weather to reach the survivors from six downed United States helicopters. Forced by opposing fire to abandon his first approach, he persisted in the rescue attempt, with complete disregard for his own personal safety, until the most severely wounded survivors were rescued. Only then did fuel shortage, aircraft malfunctions, and the critical wounds of the survivors compel him to leave the rescue site. By his gallantry and devotion to duty, Captain Cardile has reflected great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Brigadier General

    Action Date:

    1985 – 1988
    United States Military Academy Register of Graduates

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General Frank Cardile (AFSN: FR-7077), 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 as Commander, 374th Tactical Air Wing, Philippine Islands, from 1985 to 1988. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Cardile and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Captain

    Batallion:

    37th Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Squadron

    Regiment:

    3d Aerospace and Recovery Group

    Division:

    DaNang Air Base, Vietnam

    Action Date:

    March 14, 1968
    Headquarters, 7th Air Force, Special Orders G-1551 (May 25, 1968)

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918 (amended by an act of July 25, 1963), takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Captain Frank Cardile (AFSN: FR-7077), United States Air Force, for gallantry in connection with military operations against an opposing armed force while serving as an HH-3E Pilot of the 37th Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Squadron, 3d Aerospace and Recovery Group, SEVENTH Air Force, DaNang Air Base, Vietnam, in action near Hue, Republic of Vietnam, on 14 March 1968. On that date, Captain Cardile attempted the rescue of a downed fighter pilot who was surrounded by hostile forces. After his aircraft was hit and driven off by intense hostile fire during one approach, Captain Cardile attempted to recover a pilot whose capture appeared imminent. With complete disregard for his own personal safety, Captain Cardile persisted in the recovery effort until his helicopter was disabled and on fire. By his gallantry and devotion to duty, Captain Cardile has reflected great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Captain

    Batallion:

    37th Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Squadron

    Division:

    DaNang Air Base, Vietnam

    Action Date:

    Vietnam War
    United States Military Academy Register of Graduates

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Captain Frank Cardile (AFSN: FR-7077), United States Air Force, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving with the 37th Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Squadron, DaNang Air Base, in the Republic of Vietnam. 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.

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Captain

    Batallion:

    37th Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Squadron

    Division:

    DaNang Air Base, Vietnam

    Action Date:

    Vietnam War
    United States Military Academy Register of Graduates

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Captain Frank Cardile (AFSN: FR-7077), United States Air Force, was awarded a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving with the 37th Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Squadron, DaNang Air Base, in the Republic of Vietnam. 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.