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.
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Awards Received
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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
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Legion of Merit
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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
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Silver Star
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Legion of Merit
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
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United States Air ForceRank:
Brigadier GeneralRegiment:
Electronic Systems DivisionDivision:
Hanscom Air Force Base, MassachusettsAction 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.
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Legion of Merit
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.
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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
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.
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Silver Star
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
CaptainBatallion:
37th Aerospace Rescue and Recovery SquadronRegiment:
3d Aerospace and Recovery GroupDivision:
DaNang Air Base, VietnamAction 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.
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Legion of Merit
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.
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Distinguished Flying Cross
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
CaptainBatallion:
37th Aerospace Rescue and Recovery SquadronDivision:
DaNang Air Base, VietnamAction 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.
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Distinguished Flying Cross
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
CaptainBatallion:
37th Aerospace Rescue and Recovery SquadronDivision:
DaNang Air Base, VietnamAction 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.