Loring Astorino entered military service in the Aviation Cadet Program in 1956. He retired in 1990 as a U.S. Air Force Brigadier General.
Sponsored by:
Loring
R.
Astorino
1935
–
Born:
Adams
,
Massachusetts
Home:
Springfield
,
Massachusetts
Awards Received
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Legion of Merit
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General Loring R. Astorino, 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, culminating as Commander of the 7th Air Division, Strategic Air Command, Ramstein Air Base, West Germany, from 1986 to 1990. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Astorino 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
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Lieutenant Colonel Loring R. Astorino, United States Air Force, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as Pilot of a B-52D bomber, in action against the enemy over Southeast Asia, from 1969 to 1970. 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.