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David Young was commissioned through the Officer Training School in 1968. He retired in 1997 as a U.S. Air Force Brigadier General.

Awards Received

  • Defense Superior Service Medal

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Brigadier General

    Under the provisions of Department of Defense 1348.33-M, the Secretary of Defense has awarded the Defense Superior Service Medal to Brigadier General David L. Young, United States Air Force, for exceptionally superior service to the Department of Defense. The distinctive accomplishments of Brigadier General Young reflect great credit upon himself, the United States Air Force, and the Department of Defense.

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Second Lieutenant

    Batallion:

    325th Bombardment Squadron

    Action Date:

    Vietnam War

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Second Lieutenant David L. Young, United States Air Force, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight as Co-Pilot of a B-52 Bomber during 150 combat missions over Southeast Asia from 1970 to 1971. 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.

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Brigadier General

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Brigadier General David L. Young, 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 Young and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.