(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General Charles I. Bennett, Jr., 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 Deputy Director of Plans, Deputy Chief of Staff, Plans and Operations, Headquarters, U.S. Air Force, Washington, D.C., from 1973 to 1974. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Bennett 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.