Under the provisions of Department of Defense 1348.33-M, the Secretary of Defense has awarded the Defense Superior Service Medal to Brigadier General James S. Savarda, United States Air Force, for exceptionally superior service to the Department of Defense. The distinctive accomplishments of Brigadier General Savarda reflect great credit upon himself, the United States Air Force, and the Department of Defense.
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Awards Received
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Legion of Merit
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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 James S. Savarda, 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 Savarda 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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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General James S. Savarda, 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 Savarda 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:
Second LieutenantBatallion:
458th Tactical Airlift SquadronDivision:
Cam Ranh Bay Air Base, South VietnamAction Date:
Vietnam War
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Second Lieutenant James S. Savarda, United States Air Force, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as an Instructor Pilot of the 458th Tactical Airlift Squadron, Cam Ranh Bay Air Base, South Vietnam, 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.