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Ronald bath began his military career in 1968 as a boiler operator and heating specialist in the enlisted ranks of the Nevada National Guard. He retired in 2006 as a U.S. Air Force Major General.

Awards Received

  • Air Force Distinguished Service Medal

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Major General

    Action Date:

    2002 – 2006

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General Ronald J. Bath, 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 Director, Air Force Strategic Planning, Deputy Chief of Staff for Plans and Programs, Headquarters U.S. Air Force, Washington, D.C.; and subsequently as Special Assistant to the Vice Chief of Staff of the Air Force, Headquarters U.S. Air Force, Washington, D.C., from 2002 to 2006. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Bath 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.

  • Defense Superior Service Medal

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Major General

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

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Lieutenant Colonel

    Regiment:

    35th Tactical Fighter Wing

    Division:

    Sheikh Isa Air Base, Bahrain

    Action Date:

    1991

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Lieutenant Colonel Ronald J. Bath, United States Air Force, was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as a Pilot of the 35th Tactical Fighter Wing, Sheikh Isa Air Base, Bahrain, in support of Operation DESERT STORM, in 1991. 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.