Thomas Benes was commissioned as a U.S. Marine Corps aviator after graduating from the University of Wisconsin in 1974. He retired as a U.S. Marine Corps Major General.
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Awards Received
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Legion of Merit
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Defense Superior Service Medal
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Legion of Merit
(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major General Thomas A. Benes, United States Marine Corps, was awarded the Legion of Merit for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States.
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Defense Superior Service Medal
Under the provisions of Department of Defense 1348.33-M, the Secretary of Defense has awarded the Defense Superior Service Medal to Major General Thomas A. Benes, United States Marine Corps, for exceptionally superior service to the Department of Defense. The distinctive accomplishments of Major General Benes reflect great credit upon himself, the United States Marine Corps, and the Department of Defense.