Peter Kempf was commissioned in the Air Force in 1958 through the Aviation Cadet Program. He retired in 1990 as a U.S. Air Force Major General.
Sponsored by:
Peter
T.
Kempf
1936
–
June 15, 2012
Born:
Elizabeth
,
New Jersey
Home:
Whittier
,
California
Awards Received
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Airman’s Medal
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Legion of Merit
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Distinguished Flying Cross
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Legion of Merit
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Defense Distinguished Service Medal
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Legion of Merit
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Airman’s Medal
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General Peter T. Kempf, United States Air Force, was awarded the Airman’s Medal for heroism at the risk of life not involving conflict with an armed enemy.
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General Peter T. Kempf, 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 Kempf 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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Distinguished Flying Cross
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major Peter T. Kempf, United States Air Force, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight in action against the enemy over Southeast Asia from 1965 to 1966 as an O-1E Forward Air Controller and Air Liaison Officer; and from 1967 to 1968 as an F-4C Pilot, Cam Ranh Bay Air Base, Republic of Vietnam. 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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Distinguished Flying Cross
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major Peter T. Kempf, 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 in action against the enemy over Southeast Asia from 1965 to 1966 as an O-1E Forward Air Controller and Air Liaison Officer; and from 1967 to 1968 as an F-4C Pilot, Cam Ranh Bay Air Base, Republic of Vietnam. 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: Major General Peter T. Kempf, 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 Kempf 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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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 Major General Peter T. Kempf, United States Air Force, was awarded the Air Force Distinguished Service Medal 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 Kempf 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 Peter T. Kempf, 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 Kempf and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.