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Harold Swain graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Class of 1945. He died in 1968 while serving as a U.S. Air Force Colonel.

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Colonel

    Batallion:

    361st Tactical Electronic Warfare Squadron

    Action Date:

    Vietnam War

    United States Military Academy Register of Graduates

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting the Distinguished Flying Cross to Colonel Harold Dow Swain, Jr., United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving with the 361st Tactical Electronic Warfare Squadron in Southeast Asia in 1966. 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 United States Air Force.