(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Second Lieutenant W. Thomas West , United States Air Force, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as an F-100 Pilot of the 510th Tactical Fighter Squadron, Bien Hoa Air Base, Republic of Vietnam, in action against the enemy during more than 343 combat hours 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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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 W. Thomas West , United States Air Force, for exceptionally superior service to the Department of Defense. The distinctive accomplishments of Major General West 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 W. Thomas West , 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 West and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.