John K. Gerhart

John Koehler Gerhart (November 27, 1907 January 9, 1981) was a United States Air Force four-star general, and served as commander, North American Air Defense Command under Presidents Kennedy and Johnson.

John K. Gerhart
General John K. Gerhart
BornNovember 27, 1907
Saginaw, Michigan
DiedJanuary 9, 1981(1981-01-09) (aged 73)
Colorado Springs, Colorado
AllegianceUnited States
Service/branch United States Army
 United States Air Force
Years of service1929–1947 (Army)
1947–1965 (Air Force)
RankGeneral
Commands heldNorth American Air Defense Command
Twelfth Air Force
Battles/warsWorld War II
AwardsArmy Distinguished Service Medal
Silver Star (3)
Legion of Merit
Distinguished Flying Cross
Bronze Star
Air Medal (3)
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