(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: Lieutenant General Dale Sidney Sweat (ASN: 0-26299), United States Air Force, was awarded the Legion of Merit for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services to the Government of the United States as Vice Commander, Tactical Air Command, from 1972 to 1974. The singularly distinctive accomplishments of General Sweat 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.