James C. Harding
James C. Harding (born June 27, 1934) is a retired United States Air Force colonel and pilot. He served two tours, during the Vietnam War and flew a total 596 missions, all in propeller aircraft.
James C. Harding | |
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Colonel James C. Harding | |
| Nickname(s) | Jim |
| Born | June 27, 1934 Brookville, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/ | United States Air Force |
| Years of service | 1956–1979 |
| Rank | Colonel |
| Unit | 313th Air Division 1st Special Operations Squadron |
| Commands held | 1st Special Operations Squadron |
| Battles/wars | Vietnam War |
| Awards | Air Force Cross Silver Star (3) Legion of Merit (2) Distinguished Flying Cross (9) Bronze Star (2) Purple Heart (4) Meritorious Service Medal Air Medal (40) |
| Other work | Commander of Air Force Junior ROTC detachments Advisor to Royal Saudi Air Force |
He served as squadron commander for a 400-person unit at Lackland Air Force Base and as an A-1 Skyraider combat squadron commander. Harding is one of the top 25 most decorated American veterans.
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