(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, 20 July 1942, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Legion of Merit to Major General Henry David Canterbury, United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States, culminating as Vice Commander of the NINTH Air Force, Tactical Air Command, with headquarters at Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, from 1987 to 1989. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Canterbury 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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Awards Received
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Defense Superior Service Medal
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Legion of Merit
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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
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Defense Superior Service Medal
Under the provisions of Department of Defense 1348.33-M, the Secretary of Defense has awarded the Defense Superior Service Medal to Major General Henry David Canterbury, United States Air Force, for exceptionally superior service to the Department of Defense. The distinctive accomplishments of Major General Canterbury reflect great credit upon himself, the United States Air Force, and the Department of Defense.
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Distinguished Flying Cross
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
Lieutenant ColonelRegiment:
3d Tactical Fighter WingDivision:
Bien Hoa Air Base, Republic of VietnamAction Date:
Vietnam War
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Lieutenant Colonel Henry David Canterbury, United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as an F-100 pilot of the 3d Tactical Fighter Wing, Bien Hoa Air Base, Republic of Vietnam, in action against the enemy over Southeast Asia, from 1967 to 1968. 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:
Lieutenant ColonelRegiment:
3d Tactical Fighter WingDivision:
Bien Hoa Air Base, Republic of VietnamAction Date:
Vietnam War
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Lieutenant Colonel Henry David Canterbury, United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as an F-100 pilot of the 3d Tactical Fighter Wing, Bien Hoa Air Base, Republic of Vietnam, in action against the enemy over Southeast Asia, from 1967 to 1968. 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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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, 20 July 1942, takes pleasure in presenting the Legion of Merit to Major General Henry David Canterbury, United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Canterbury 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
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: 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 Henry David Canterbury, United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Major General Canterbury culminate a long and distinguished career in the service of his and reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.