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 Major General Woodard Extron Davis, Jr. (ASN: 0-747991), United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States. General Davis distinguished himself as Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations and Intelligence, Allied Forces Central Europe, and as Senior United States Representative in that command, from 28 February 1971 to 10 July 1972. In these important assignments, the forceful leadership and outstanding and dedicated efforts of General Davis were a most significant contribution to the overall coordination and effectiveness of Allied air power doctrine and planning for Allied Command Europe, and to the successful operation of that vital Allied Forces Central Europe Headquarters. His outstanding accomplishments resulted in significant improvements in the capability and strengthening of Allied Command Europe. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Davis reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
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Awards Received
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Legion of Merit
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Legion of Merit
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Legion of Merit
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Legion of Merit
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Legion of Merit
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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Silver Star
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Silver Star
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General Woodard Extron Davis, Jr. (ASN: 0-747991), United States Air Force, was awarded a Fourth Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Fifth 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 Davis 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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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General Woodard Extron Davis, Jr. (ASN: 0-747991), 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 Davis 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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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General Woodard Extron Davis, Jr. (ASN: 0-747991), United States Air Force, was awarded a Third Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Fourth 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 Davis 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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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General Woodard Extron Davis, Jr. (ASN: 0-747991), United States Air Force, was awarded a Second Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Third 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 Davis 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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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General Woodard Extron Davis, Jr. (ASN: 0-747991), 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 Davis 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
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
Major GeneralRegiment:
U.S. Readiness CommandDivision:
MacDill Air Force Base, FloridaAction Date:
January 17, 1974 – February 28, 1975
Department of the Air Force, Special Order GB-1322 (December 26, 1974)(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General Woodard Extron Davis, Jr. (ASN: 0-747991), 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. General Davis distinguished himself as Director of Plans and Policy, U.S. Readiness Command, MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, during the period from 17 January 1974 to 28 February 1975. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Davis 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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Distinguished Flying Cross
Service:
United States Army Air ForcesRank:
First Lieutenant (Air Corps)Batallion:
726th Bombardment SquadronRegiment:
451st Bombardment Group (H)Division:
15th Air ForceAction Date:
World War II
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: First Lieutenant (Air Corps) Woodard Extron Davis, Jr. (ASN: 0-747991), United States Army Air Forces, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as Bombardier of a B-24 Heavy Bomber of the 726th Bombardment Squadron, 451st Bombardment Group (Heavy), FIFTEENTH Air Force, in action in the Mediterranean Theater of Action during World War II. 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:
ColonelRegiment:
12th Tactical Fighter WingDivision:
Cam Ranh Bay Air Base, VietnamAction Date:
Vietnam War
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Colonel Woodard Extron Davis, Jr. (ASN: 0-747991), United States Air Force, was awarded a Second Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Third Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as an F-4C Aircraft Commander and Commander of the 12th Tactical Fighter Wing, Cam Ranh Bay Air Base, Vietnam, in action over Southeast Asia from 1968 to 1969. 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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Silver Star
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
ColonelRegiment:
12th Tactical Fighter WingDivision:
Cam Ranh Bay Air Base, VietnamAction Date:
February 1, 1968
Headquarters, 7th Air Force, Special Orders G-0656 (February 29, 1968)The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 8, 1918 (amended by 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 Colonel Woodard Extron Davis, Jr. (AFSN: 0-747991), United States Air Force, for gallantry in connection with military operations against an opposing armed force as an F-4C Aircraft Commander and Commander of the 12th Tactical Fighter Wing, Cam Ranh Bay Air Base, Vietnam, in action near Hue, Republic of Vietnam, on 1 February 1968. On that date, despite marginal visibility and withering hostile ground fire, Colonel Davis delivered his ordnance with exceptional precision. His outstanding courage and professional performance facing hostile fire is credited with the saving of many friendly lives. By his gallantry and devotion to duty, Colonel Davis has reflected great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
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Silver Star
Service:
United States Army Air ForcesRank:
First Lieutenant (Air Corps)Batallion:
726th Bombardment SquadronRegiment:
451st Bombardment Group (H)Division:
15th Air ForceAction Date:
October 13, 1944
Headquarters, 15th Air Force, General Orders No. 5112 (December 22, 1944)The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to First Lieutenant (Air Corps) Woodard Extron Davis, Jr. (ASN: 0-747991), United States Army Air Forces, for gallantry in action while serving as Bombardier of a B-24 Liberator Bomber of the 726th Bombardment Squadron, 451st Bombardment Group (Heavy), FIFTEENTH Air Force. On 13 October 1944, Lieutenant Davis led a wing formation on a bombing mission against vital strategic enemy installation in *******. Heavy and accurate enemy anti-aircraft fire encountered near the target caused severe damage to his aircraft, rendering two engines inoperative and severely wounding Lieutenant Davis. Despite intense pain, shock and loss of blood, displaying outstanding courage and fortitude, Lieutenant Davis determinedly remained in the lead of his formation. With outstanding skill and leadership, he brought his entire wing formation through for a successful bombing run, to inflict grave damage to vital enemy installations and supplies. Forced to bail out over enemy occupied territory on the return to base, his courage and leadership was a source of inspiration to the remainder of his crew. By his conspicuous courage, leadership and intense devotion to duty, as evidenced throughout his combat career, Lieutenant Davis has reflected great credit upon himself and the Armed Forces of the United States of America.