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Norman
Richard
Smedes

Born:

, 

Washington

Norman Smedes graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Class of 1950, He retired in 1975 as a U.S. Air Force Colonel.

Awards Received

  • Airman’s Medal

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Lieutenant Colonel

    Batallion:

    555th Tactical Fighter 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 Airman’s Medal to Lieutenant Colonel Norman Richard Smedes, United States Air Force, for heroism not involving actual conflict with an enemy of the United States while serving as Commanding Officer of the 555th Tactical Fighter Squadron and with Headquarters, 432d Tactical Reconnaissance Wing, in action over Southeast Asia from 1969 to 1970. The exemplary courage and heroism displayed by Colonel Smedes reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

  • Legion of Merit

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Colonel

    Action Date:

    1970 – 1973
    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 Norman Richard Smedes, United States Air Force, for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States with Headquarters, Commander in Chief Pacific, from 1970 to 1973. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of Colonel Smedes and his dedicated contributions in the service of his country reflect the highest credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Lieutenant Colonel

    Batallion:

    555th Tactical Fighter 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 Lieutenant Colonel Norman Richard Smedes, United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as Commanding Officer of the 555th Tactical Fighter Squadron and with Headquarters, 432d Tactical Reconnaissance Wing, in action over Southeast Asia from 1969 to 1970. 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.

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Lieutenant Colonel

    Batallion:

    555th Tactical Fighter 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 a Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Second Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to Lieutenant Colonel Norman Richard Smedes, United States Air Force, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight while serving as Commanding Officer of the 555th Tactical Fighter Squadron and with Headquarters, 432d Tactical Reconnaissance Wing, in action over Southeast Asia from 1969 to 1970. 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.