Richard Gillis enlisted in the Air Force in 1954, serving as a control tower operator until he was selected for aviation cadet training in 1956, earning his wings and commission the following year. He retired in 1992 as a U.S. Air Force Major General.
Sponsored by:
Richard
F.
Gillis
1936
–
September 16, 2002
Born:
Carlstadt
,
New Jersey
Home:
Wood-Ridge
,
New Jersey
Awards Received
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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
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Legion of Merit
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Air Force Distinguished Service Medal
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General Richard F. Gillis, 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. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Gillis 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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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General Richard F. Gillis, 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 Gillis and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.