Under the provisions of Department of Defense 1348.33-M, the Secretary of Defense has awarded the Defense Superior Service Medal to Major General William Burdette Maxson, United States Air Force, for exceptionally superior service to the Department of Defense. The distinctive accomplishments of Major General Maxson reflect great credit upon himself, the United States Air Force, and the Department of Defense.
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Awards Received
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Legion of Merit
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Silver Star
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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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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General William Burdette Maxson, 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 Maxson 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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Silver Star
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
Lieutenant ColonelDivision:
35th Tactical Fighter WingAction Date:
March 16, 1968
Headquarters, 7th Air Force, Special Order G-1565 (1969)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 the Silver Star to Lieutenant Colonel William Burdette Maxson, United States Air Force, for gallantry in connection with military operations against an opposing armed force while serving as Pilot of a B-57 aircraft of the 35th Tactical Fighter Wing, in action in Southeast Asia, on 16 March 1968. On that date, Colonel Maxson piloted a B-57 on a night, armed interdiction mission against hostile truck traffic. Despite very accurate hostile anti-aircraft fire, Colonel Maxson completed his mission with outstanding precision and inflicted heavy damage on a hostile truck convoy. By his gallantry and devotion to duty, Colonel Maxson has reflected great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General William Burdette Maxson, 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 Maxson 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 GeneralAction Date:
September 6, 1979 – May 13, 1981
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 William Burdette Maxson, United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States. General Maxson distinguished himself as Commander, Lowry Technical Training Center, Colorado, from 6 September 1979 to 13 May 1981. During this period, General Maxson’s outstanding achievements, and dynamic leadership resulted in vastly upgraded physical facilities and new construction throughout the Lowry Technical Training Center. His tireless efforts and initiative made it possible to support ever-changing technical training requirements for an increasing student population. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Maxson reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.
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Distinguished Flying Cross
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
Lieutenant ColonelRegiment:
35th Tactical Fighter WingAction Date:
Vietnam War
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Lieutenant Colonel William Burdette Maxson, United States Air Force, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as Pilot of a B-57 aircraft of the 35th Tactical Fighter Wing, in action during 281 combat missions in 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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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
Major GeneralAction Date:
August 31, 1983 – August 31, 1984
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 9, 1918, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Air Force Distinguished Service Medal to Major General William Burdette Maxson, United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States. General Maxson distinguished himself as Vice Commander, Headquarters FIFTEENTH Air Force, from 31 August 1983 to 31 August 1984. During this period, General Maxson’s forceful leadership and outstanding and dedicated efforts were significantly displayed in the direction of all Strategic Air Command forces under FIFTEENTH Air Force. His efforts have contributed to the successful mission accomplishment of the strongest deterrent force in the history of the United States. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Maxson culminate a long and distinguished career in the service of his country and reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.