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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08/31/2024
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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