More detail on this person: Upon my father's
death, July 19, 1973, he received his retired rank
of Lt Col. He died of Leukemia. He was awarded
numerous medals, including 2 bronze stars, one
with valor, 2 Distinguished Flying Crosses, and he
had more than half a dozen Air Medals. Served 5
tours, 3 wars. WWII, Korea (2) and Vietnam (2).
Was Navy trained pilot in 42 and served until 1956
with the Marines and then from 1957-73 with US
Army. Was active duty at the time of his death. This information was last updated 05/18/2016
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04/13/2025
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He served in Vietnam for two tours of duty. First
time, 1965-66, with 1st Cav from Ft Benning he was
with the 11th Aviation Support. Served in the Ia
Drang Valley battle, confirmed by Gen Hal Moore
giving my son a scholarship.
2nd tour was as Flight Commander HQ Company
1st Avn Brigade Saigon.
From: Beverly Ewan Davis