(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General John D. Becker, 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, culminating as Commander, FIFTEENTH Air Force, Travis Air Force Base, California, from July 2001 to December 2003. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Becker culminate a long and distinguished career in the service of his country and his dedicated contributions reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.