Richard Smith graduated from the U.S. Air Force Academy at Colorado Springs, Colorado, Class of 1961. He retired in 1993 as a U.S. Air Force Major General.
Sponsored by:
Richard
D.
Smith
1938
–
Born:
Lawton
,
Oklahoma
Awards Received
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Legion of Merit
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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General Richard D. Smith, 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 Smith 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 Richard D. Smith, 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 General Smith and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.