(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Sam E. Parish, United States Air Force, was awarded 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, culminating as Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force from 1 August 1983 to 30 June 1986. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Chief Master Sergeant Parish 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.



