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Awards Received

  • Silver Star

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Major

    Batallion:

    13th Tactical Fighter Squadron

    Action Date:

    May 20, 1967

    Headquarters, 7th Air Force, Special orders G-2166 (December 4, 1967)

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Major Howard K. White (AFSN: FV-1856361), United States Air Force, was awarded the Silver Star for gallantry in connection with military operations against an opposing armed force while serving with the 13th Tactical Fighter Squadron, in action on 20 May 1967, in Southeast Asia. Major White’s dedicated devotion to duty, without regard for his own life, were in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.