Derek Rydholm graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, Maryland, Class of 1983. In 2009 he was appointed a U.S. Air Force Brigadier General, and in 2013 he received his second star as a Major General.
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Awards Received
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Defense Superior Service Medal
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Legion of Merit
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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 Derek Paige Rydholm, United States Air Force, for exceptionally superior service to the Department of Defense. The distinctive accomplishments of Major General Rydholm 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 Derek Paige Rydholm, 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 Rydholm and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.