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Richard
Benton
Burgess

Born:

, 

Montana

Richard Burgess graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Class of 1946. He retired in 1976 as a U.S. Air Force Colonel.

Awards Received

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Colonel

    Action Date:

    1974 – 1976
    United States Military Academy Register of Graduates

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, 20 July 1942, takes pleasure in presenting the Legion of Merit to Colonel Richard Benton Burgess, United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States, culminating in the Office of the Deputy Chief of Staff, Research and Development, from 1974 to 1976. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Burgess 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.

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Colonel

    Regiment:

    37th Tactical Fighter Wing

    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 Richard Benton Burgess, United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving with the 37th Tactical Fighter Wing, in action over Southeast Asia in 1968. 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.