Distinguished Service Medal
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U.S. Military. a decoration awarded for exceptionally meritorious performance of a duty of great responsibility.
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British Military. a decoration awarded for distinguished conduct in war. D.S.M.
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His combat awards include the Defense Distinguished Service Medal, the highest noncombat award; the Legion of Merit, a Bronze Star with a V for combat valor, and a Purple Heart.
From Seattle Times • May 31, 2023
He was awarded the Distinguished Service Medal as a retirement award.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2023
The military awarded him the Distinguished Service Medal.
From Washington Times • Sep. 6, 2019
His honors included the Defense Distinguished Service Medal, the Silver Star, the Distinguished Flying Cross and the multiple awards of the Legion of Merit.
From Washington Post • May 15, 2018
The following awards have also been made: To receive the Distinguished Service Medal.
From New York Times Current History; The European War, Vol 2, No. 2, May, 1915 April-September, 1915 by Various
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