(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Lieutenant General Edwin Eugene Tenoso, 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 Tenoso 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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Awards Received
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Defense Distinguished Service Medal
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Legion of Merit
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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
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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
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major Edwin Eugene Tenoso, United States Air Force, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as an O-1 Pilot and Forward Air Controller with the 3d Mobile Strike Force, 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne), in action against the enemy during more than 550 combat missions over Southeast Asia from 1968 to 1969. 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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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 Lieutenant General Edwin Eugene Tenoso, 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 Tenoso 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: Lieutenant General Edwin Eugene Tenoso, 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 Tenoso 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: Lieutenant General Edwin Eugene Tenoso, 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. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Tenoso 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
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major Edwin Eugene Tenoso, 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-1 Pilot and Forward Air Controller with the 3d Mobile Strike Force, 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne), in action against the enemy over Southeast Asia from 1968 to 1969. 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
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major Edwin Eugene Tenoso, 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 an O-1 Pilot and Forward Air Controller with the 3d Mobile Strike Force, 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne), in action against the enemy during more than 550 combat missions over Southeast Asia from 1968 to 1969. 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: Lieutenant General Edwin Eugene Tenoso, 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 Tenoso and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.