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The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting a Second Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster in lieu of a Third Award of the Distinguished Flying Cross to First Lieutenant (Infantry) Richard R. Peterson (ASN: 0-1327879), United States Army, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flights against the enemy in Korea as a member of the 19th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division, from 28 September 1950 to 27 November 1950. His outstanding courage and dedication to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.

Awards Received

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    First Lieutenant (Infantry)

    Regiment:

    19th Infantry Regiment

    Division:

    24th Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    July 12 – August 4, 1950
    Headquarters, 24th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 99 (August 18, 1950)

    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 First Lieutenant (Infantry) Richard R. Peterson (ASN: 0-1327879), United States Army, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flights against the enemy in Korea as a member of the 19th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division, from 12 July to 4 August 1950. His outstanding courage and dedication to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.

  • Distinguished Flying Cross

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    First Lieutenant (Infantry)

    Regiment:

    19th Infantry Regiment

    Division:

    24th Infantry Division

    Action Date:

    August 5 – September 27, 1950
    Headquarters, 24th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 190 (October 16, 1950)

    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 First Lieutenant (Infantry) Richard R. Peterson (ASN: 0-1327879), United States Army, for extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flights against the enemy in Korea as a member of the 19th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division, from 5 August to 27 September 1950. His outstanding courage and dedication to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.