Stanton Musser was commissioned through the Reserve Officer Training Corps program in 1958 upon graduation from Gettysburg College. After serving in Vietnam in 1965, he flew with the Air Force THUNDERBIRDS. He retired in 1989 as a U.S. Air Force Major General.
Sponsored by:
Stanton
Richard
Musser
1936
–
October 8, 2012
Born:
Watsontown
,
Pennsylvania
Home:
Gettysburg
,
Pennsylvania
Awards Received
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Legion of Merit
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Silver Star
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Legion of Merit
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Legion of Merit
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Defense Distinguished Service Medal
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Legion of Merit
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General Stanton Richard Musser, 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 Musser 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:
MajorRegiment:
31st Tactical Fighter WingAction Date:
Vietnam War
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major Stanton Richard Musser, United States Air Force, was awarded the Silver Star for gallantry in action while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an armed hostile force while serving as an O-1F-100 pilot of the 31st Tactical Fighter Wing, in action as a Forward Air Controller with “A” Brigade, Republic of Vietnam Army, in action against the enemy over Southeast Asia from 1965 to 1966. His gallant actions and dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Air Force.
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Distinguished Flying Cross
Service:
United States Air ForceRank:
MajorRegiment:
31st Tactical Fighter WingAction Date:
Vietnam War
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major Stanton Richard Musser, 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 as a Forward Air Controller with “A” Brigade, Republic of Vietnam Army, in action against the enemy during 177 combat missions over Southeast Asia from 1965 to 1966. 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: Major General Stanton Richard Musser, 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 Musser 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:
MajorRegiment:
31st Tactical Fighter WingAction Date:
Vietnam War
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major Stanton Richard Musser, United States Air Force, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as a Forward Air Controller with “A” Brigade, Republic of Vietnam Army, in action against the enemy during 177 combat missions over Southeast Asia from 1965 to 1966. 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: Major General Stanton Richard Musser, 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 Musser 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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Defense Distinguished Service Medal
Under the provisions of Executive Order 11545, July 9, 1970, the Secretary of Defense of the United States of America take pleasure in awarding the Defense Distinguished Service Medal to Major General Stanton Richard Musser, United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious and distinguished service contributing to national security and defense, in a position of great responsibility to the Government of the United States. The distinctive accomplishments of General Musser reflect great credit upon himself, the United States Air Force, and the Department of Defense.
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General Stanton Richard Musser, 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 Musser and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.